Trauma Survivors Network - provided by ATS

Survive. Connect. Rebuild.

A Program of the ATS

Questions for Family and Friends to ask themselves

General Questions

  • Do I understand the diagnosis and treatment plan?
  • Is there anything I can do to help the patient and/or family?
  • Do I know when I can visit and for how long?
  • Do I know what medication the patient should be taking and at what time and dosage?
  • What is the best way I can share information with other friends and/or other family members?
  • Am I speaking to the doctor enough?
  • Do I know how to communicate with the patient?
  • Do I know how to ask for help and support from family and friends?