The nurse,talking with the tearful parent of a child newly diagnosed with a chronic illness,asks,"Who do you talk with when something is worrying you?" What is the purpose of this statement?

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This question will provide information about the marital relationship (does the parent speak to the spouse?),alternate support systems,and ability to communicate.These are very important data for the nurse to obtain and an appropriate part of an accurate assessment.By assessing these areas,the nurse can facilitate the identification and use of community resources as needed.The nurse is obtaining information to help support the parent through the diagnosis.The parent is not in need of additional parenting help at this time.

The Nurse,talking with the Tearful Parent of a Child Newly