A Nurse Asked a Family If They'd Work with Her

question 31

Multiple Choice

A nurse asked a family if they'd work with her to create a family genogram. The mother asked, "Why would you want to know so much about our family?" Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

• A) "A genogram helps you see how some problems run in families. Your children will need to know this."
• B) "If you're willing to share, we can discuss family history and possibly some hereditary health issues."
• C) "Please be assured you don't have to answer any question you don't want to answer."
• D) "Why would you want to keep your family members secret? Is there some problem?"