The extended family of Wong Lee is concerned about his illness and his care. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has ravaged his body. He is on oxygen all the time now. He wants to remain at...

The extended family of Wong Lee is concerned about his illness and his care. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has ravaged his body. He is on oxygen all the time now. He wants to remain at home to die; his family wants that, too. The family has been with him and has been involved in his care plan all along. However, you are uncertain of how much information to give to members of his extended family when they call.

1. Are the questions the extended family members raise intended to harm or help Mr. Lee?

 2. Is there a durable power of attorney for health care in place?

3. Which, if any, of the family’s desires are related to the culture?

 4. What can you and your employer suggest to be of help to everyone involved?