title: Support of families who had a loved one suffer a sudden injury, illness, or death.
abstract: The sudden injury, illness, or death of a loved one leaves family members unprepared to deal with the stress of the situation. Hospital staff members should have the special knowledge and skills needed to support both the patient and his/her family. This article provides useful information for ensuring that the support process is healthy for all those involved.
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: McQuay
mesh_terms: D003645:Death, Sudden; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology*; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D009104:Multiple Trauma / Q000451:nursing*; D012944:Social Support