Why Is It Necessary for a Nurse to Assess Strengths

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why is it necessary for a nurse to assess strengths when the primary reason for being in the home is to assist with areas of need? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Such assessment helps the family recognize their own assets.
• B)It creates a forum for change as family perspective changes.
• C)It allows the family to avoid becoming depressed about the situation.
• D)It helps the family see problem behaviors as assets to be used.
• E)It allows the nurse to identify resources that can be used to address areas of need.
• F)It promotes use of strengths in a different context.

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