Terminal lymphoma -different stand by family

Question 1

77y M advanced lymphoma in neutropenic sepsis. Progressive deterioration despite Rx. Medical consensu will not survive. Wife agrees for palliative approach. Pt’s brother & son differ with palliation approach.

Answer 1

Explain the situation & pt medical condition.
Explore the reason for the positions taken by pts brother & son.
State that family understanding & consensus is the desired goal.
Explain that everyones goal is pt’s best interest.
Explain that pt is cared for very well by palliative care team