Keywords

Visitation, Open visitation, Flexible visitation, Families

Authors

1. Sims, Jennifer M. MSN, RN, ARNP, CCRN
2. Miracle, Vickie A. EdD, RN, CCRN, CCNS, CCRC

Abstract

The topic of critical care visitation has been researched and discussed over the past 25 years and still remains controversial. There still remain many concerns over the benefits of open or flexible visitation. A review of some research conducted in the past several years, perceived barriers to open visitation, and the benefits will be presented in this article.