A nurse on a pediatric unit is caring for a child and his family. His parents define family as a husband, wife, and child. This definition is which type of family form?
Nuclear family
Intergenerational family
Blended family
Extended family
The Correct Answer is A
Rationale:
A. Nuclear family refers to a family unit consisting of two parents and their children. This definition matches the description provided by the parents.
B. Intergenerational family includes multiple generations living together or having frequent contact, which is not the case here.
C. Blended family involves parents who have remarried and may include children from previous relationships, which does not apply here.
D. Extended family includes additional relatives beyond the nuclear family, such as grandparents, aunts, or uncles, which is not the case in this scenario.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Rationale:
A. "Whether or not I am a good lover is irrelevant." does not directly address the inappropriate nature of the comment.
B. "Let's talk about something else." avoids the issue without addressing the inappropriateness of the behavior.
C. "You need to lower your voice. Others can hear you." addresses the volume but not the content of the comment.
D. "Speaking to me like that makes me uncomfortable." directly addresses the inappropriate behavior and communicates the impact on the nurse, which is the most appropriate response.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Identifying changes within the family unit can be important but is not the immediate priority for medical stabilization.
B. Gaining weight is a critical goal for clients with anorexia nervosa to address their physical health and nutritional status.
C. Making positive statements about body image is helpful but secondary to the goal of weight gain.
D. Feeling in control of behavior is important for long-term recovery but is not the immediate priority compared to physical health.