The medical staff can concentrate on the procedures. Staff anxiety is reduced and the patient is less traumatized. The staff is relieved from the primary responsibility of caring for the family. Patient, family and staff satisfaction is improved. Chaplains have repeatedly proven themselves invaluable during TMRs.
Staff expects their presence and active involvement during the procedure.
The chaplain's presence creates a noted improvement in the quality of life for patients, families, and hospital staff. In a crowded, chaotic, and critical situation, making room for the chaplain is smart medicine.