Which of the Following Definitions of Family Would Be the Most

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following definitions of family would be the most useful for the nurse practicing in the community?

• A) A group of persons with shared convictions
• B) A social unit interacting with the larger society
• C) People descended from a common ancestor
• D) Persons related either by blood or by legal contract (marriage)
• E) Whoever the family says is in their family

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Definitions:

Vicious Cycle

A situation where a problem causes more problems, creating a worsening circle of issues.

Depression

A common and serious mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.

Personal Responsibility

The concept of recognizing and accepting one's role in cultivating their own success or failure, emphasizing accountability.

Rumination

The compulsive focused attention on the symptoms of one's distress, and on its possible causes and consequences, as opposed to its solutions.