The Nurse Is Conducting an Interview with the Family of a Client

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is conducting an interview with the family of a client who has just been diagnosed with Alzheimer disease.The nurse wants to assess family role relationships.What would be an appropriate question?

• A) "What are your likes and dislikes?"
• B) "Who assumes responsibility for decision making?"
• C) "How would you describe your job?"
• D) "How do you like to be treated?"

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Definitions:

David Rosenhan

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