title: Needs of family members of critically ill adults.
abstract: The hospitalization of a person for a critical illness is a crisis situation for the patient and family. Although family members can easily identify their needs, assessment of these needs differs. A descriptive survey was conducted with a sample of 60 family members representing 35 critically ill patients. Family members reported many needs, most importantly the need for assurance, information, and proximity. Several implications for medical-surgical nurses are discussed.
authors.forename: B T
authors.initials: BT
authors.lastname: Lorenz
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D016638:Critical Illness / Q000451:nursing; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology*; D005260:Female; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012944:Social Support; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires