Rounds

The best way to find out what is happening with a patient is to be attend rounds. During rounds all the relevant staff get together (Pulmonology, dietary, pharmacy, infectious disease, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, oncology etc.) and discuss the patient's status and current plan for treatment. A family member can ask questions during this time. If one does not have the medical background to understand what is being said they can ask the doctor to return to explain patient care after he/she finishes rounds.