Citation

Fowler SB. J. Trauma Nurs. 1997; 4(3): 68-73.

Affiliation

Rutgers, State University of New Jersey, Newark, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, Society of Trauma Nurses)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9407818

Abstract

TOPIC: Family responses to neurotrauma PURPOSE: To highlight the role of trauma nurses in providing education and support to families of neurotrauma patients SOURCES: Published literature and clinical experience CONCLUSIONS: Family-centered care can provide many positive outcomes: e.g., reduced stress, decreased anxiety, decreased powerlessness, increased understanding and support. The success of the patient's rehabilitation often depends on the care and involvement of their families.

Language: en