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Question 23 of 30 for our Critical Care Nurse Mock Interview

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Question 23 of 30

In addition to providing care to seriously ill patients, critical care nurses must attend to stressed out family members. How do you approach offering support to family members?

"I know what it's like to be the family member who is worried about a loved one requiring critical care. I remember when my father was very ill. He had some nurses who were very kind and approachable. He had a few that were not so kind. I always try to remember how I felt when I was the one in need of support and to treat those family members with the same kind of respect and kindness that I wanted."

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How to Answer: In addition to providing care to seriously ill patients, critical care nurses must attend to stressed out family members. How do you approach offering support to family members?

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  • 23. In addition to providing care to seriously ill patients, critical care nurses must attend to stressed out family members. How do you approach offering support to family members?

      How to Answer

      Patients in a critical care unit are facing uncertain outcomes. Family and patient supporters are naturally fraught with fear and anxiety. Communicating your compassion and knack for comforting others will show a hiring official how well-rounded you are as a nursing professional.

      Written by Heather Douglass

      Entry Level Example

      "I know what it's like to be the family member who is worried about a loved one requiring critical care. I remember when my father was very ill. He had some nurses who were very kind and approachable. He had a few that were not so kind. I always try to remember how I felt when I was the one in need of support and to treat those family members with the same kind of respect and kindness that I wanted."

      Written by Darby Faubion

      Answer Example

      "Caring for family members often requires as much patients as caring for our patients. They are naturally afraid of a possible difficult outcome with regard to their loved ones. I always try to speak kindly and offer time to answer questions and give family members an opportunity to talk about what concerns them. While every day does not offer as much free time as others, a few minutes can often make a big difference to a concerned family member."

      Written by Heather Douglass

      Experienced Example

      "Each family has a different dynamic. A skilled nurse tries to recognize the specific personalities of those for whom she is caring, as well as those of the loved ones. When time allows, I try to visit with the family members of my patients so that they know who is caring for their loved one and begin to build rapport with them. Having a good relationship between care providers and family members usually has a positive effect on the patient."

      Written by Darby Faubion

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Every family is different. I believe that the best way to offer support to family members is to find time to sit with them and answer their questions to the best of your ability. Being able to communicate the patient's condition in a way they understand should that who care for their love one and help ease their stress."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      It sounds as though you truly care about your patients and their families. My recommendation here is to replace 'you' with 'I' statements, making your answer more personal.
      "Every family is different. I believe that the best way I can offer support to family members is to find time to sit with them and answer their questions to the best of my ability. My approach will be to communicate the patient's condition in a way they, and their family, understand."
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