What Assessment Question Should the Nurse Ask to Assess a Family's

question 21

Multiple Choice

What assessment question should the nurse ask to assess a family's ability to cope?

• A) "What strengths does your family have?"
• B) "Do you think your family copes effectively?"
• C) "Describe how you successfully handled one family problem."
• D) "How do you think the current family problem should be resolved?"

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Definitions:

Conflict

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one, between individuals, groups, or nations.

Esteem Support

Emotional or affirmational support that boosts an individual's self-esteem and confidence, often provided by friends, family, or mentors.

Motivational Support

Emotional or practical encouragement aimed at helping an individual achieve their goals or overcome challenges.

Scapegoating

The practice of unfairly blaming an individual or group for problems or negative outcomes, often as a way to divert attention from the true causes.