When Assessing a Family for Functional Versus Dysfunctional Characteristics,which Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

When assessing a family for functional versus dysfunctional characteristics,which is a dysfunctional target symptom the nurse should identify?

• A) An adolescent who is failing math
• B) A teenage daughter who is 6 months pregnant
• C) A spouse who maintains family peace at any price
• D) A young adult who is working full-time as a laundry worker

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Definitions:

Self-Control

The ability to regulate one's thoughts, feelings, and actions in the face of temptations and impulses.

High-Fat Foods

Foods that are rich in fats, often saturated fats or trans fats, which can have various effects on health, from providing energy to increasing the risk of heart disease.

Feel-Good, Do-Good

A phenomenon where individuals are more likely to help others when they are in a good mood.

Mindfulness Meditation

A practice of focusing one's mind on the present moment, often used as a technique to manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health conditions.