-Provide Emotional/Psychological Support and Educate
Assess patient and family member coping skills and ability to comprehend and adhere to the prescribed treatment regimen; provide emotional support and encourage family member visitation and rooming-in, as appropriate, per facility protocol
Educate and encourage patient and family discussion of the disease process, causes, signs and symptoms, treatment risks and benefits, and the individualized prognosis
Request referral to a social worker, if appropriate, for identification of local resources for in-home services or support groups