After a Parent Is Hospitalized with Severe Depression, Family Members

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Multiple Choice

After a parent is hospitalized with severe depression, family members say, "We're falling apart.Nobody knows what to expect, who should make decisions, or what to do to keep the family together." Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care for this family? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Help the family set realistic expectations.
• B) Provide empathy, acceptance, and support.
• C) Empower the family by teaching problem-solving.
• D) Negotiate role flexibility among family members.
• E) Focus on the family rather than on the patient in planning.

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