The Well Child in a Family Where a Sibling or Parent

question 24

Multiple Choice

The well child in a family where a sibling or parent is terminally ill

• A) can balance conflicting emotions by participating in the family process.
• B) should avoid participation in the family crises to avoid anger and resentment.
• C) often copes with crises worse than other children of the same age.
• D) should be temporarily sent to live with close relatives, to avoid family stressors.

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Definitions:

Factors

Variables or elements that contribute to producing a result or influence the outcome of a process or situation.

Substance Use

The consumption of drugs, alcohol, or other chemicals, which can range from casual use to substance abuse and dependence.

Early Adulthood

A developmental stage ranging approximately from the late teens or early twenties to the thirties, marking the transition from adolescence to full-fledged adulthood.

Abuse

The maltreatment of a person or animal, which can be physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect, leading to harm or suffering.