Question 1 best answer: C

while it is natural to want to protect parents, it is not helpful. If parents choose to be present, they need preparation for what they will see and a professional to support them in witnessing the resuscitation of their child and after the event.

Consider taking another look at the presentation.

Question 2 best answer: A

although you have responsibility for the medical care of the child, the parents’ needs must be taken into account. They should be given all relevant information to enable them to make an informed choice, in consultation with you as their child’s doctor. Parents need time to assimilate the trauma. Do all you can to avoid parents feeling under pressure to reach a decision.

In situations involving loss and grief, when so much feels out of control, it is important for parents to be able to exercise some control over decisions involving their child. Traumatic situations produce confusion, but parents will value sensitive guidance.

Consider taking another look at the presentation.

Question 3 best answer: B

it is extremely important to allow the parents to retain some control. Allow time to communicate information to parents and take responsibility for checking they have understood what you have told them. Let them have all the available information and offer them choices about the support they would like.

It is not helpful to make assumptions on the basis of gender. Both parents need support and information.

Consider taking another look at the presentation.