Question 1

Each evening,a newly disabled man becomes angry when his wife,just home from her new full-time job,does not have dinner on the table at 6 PM.Which action would be most appropriate for the nurse to take?

Accepted Answer

The nurse should help the family recognize that long-time roles are changing, which can be uncomfortable, and facilitate a discussion to adapt to these changes.

Question 2

Which are examples of the internal structure of the family?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Which definition of family would be the most useful for the nurse practicing in the community?

Accepted Answer

This definition is inclusive and respects the diverse and dynamic nature of family structures in the community, allowing for a more personalized and culturally sensitive approach to care.

Question 4

Which best describes what is meant by cohabitation?

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation refers to an unmarried couple living together in a long-term relationship, sharing a household without being legally married.

Question 5

A 36-year-old woman had diabetes diagnosed at a free health-screening program at a large employer.Which should be emphasized by the nurse when helping the woman make an appointment at the diabetic clinic for follow-up testing and treatment?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Which question is crucial to ask very early in a family interview?

Accepted Answer

Asking what the family hopes to achieve sets a clear direction and purpose for the interview, ensuring that the family's needs and expectations are understood from the outset.

Question 7

A family came in to discuss a problem with one of their children.Which family behavior would be concerning to the nurse?

Accepted Answer

It is concerning if the family wants the nurse to decide what they should do, as it indicates a lack of autonomy and decision-making ability within the family unit.

Question 8

Which best describes why a nurse would ask about the meals of all family members,rather than focus on a nutritional history for the postmyocardial infarction patient?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle choices among family members are usually consistent, and understanding the family's eating habits can help in planning a suitable diet for the patient.

Question 9

A man had been in an extended-care facility for 5 weeks and was now home.His wife tells the nurse,"He's trying to take up where he left off but we've adapted to not having him home.He keeps thinking things will be just as they were when he left,but they aren't." Which would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

A nurse needed to help a child who was not behaving consistently with the requirements of the new preschool program that began that fall.Which action would be most appropriate for the nurse to perform?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

When making a home visit,a nurse is usually expected to focus attention on the ill family member.But whom would the nurse possibly focus on instead?

Accepted Answer

The ill family member's primary caregiver is the person who is most affected by the situation and who needs the most support.

Question 12

The current school year is now over,and the school health nurse spends time summarizing the records of all the children who had come into the school health office during the past school year.Which best explains the rationale for this action?

Accepted Answer

Analyzing the records helps in identifying health trends and needs, which can guide the planning and prioritization of future health programs in the school.

Question 13

Which best describes what proportion of children live in a single-parent family?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Beyond gathering needed information for future interventions,which purpose is served when the nurse interviews the family?

Accepted Answer

Engaging in a focused planned conversation during the interview process can have a therapeutic effect, providing support and understanding, which can be healing in itself.

Question 15

A young son was so physically fidgety that his mother was seriously embarrassed by his inability to be quiet and involved in the interview.Which comment by the nurse would be the most helpful?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

A nurse is completing a first assessment interview with a family after entering the family's apartment for the first time.Which would be crucial for the nurse to remember?

Accepted Answer

It is crucial for the nurse to establish rapport and trust with the family by being courteous and introducing themselves properly.

Question 17

A nurse was teaching a class on good hygiene at a local daycare center when one child volunteered,"I have two mommies." Which would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

This response acknowledges the child's family structure in a positive and inclusive manner, promoting acceptance and understanding of diverse family dynamics.

Question 18

Which statement best describes how a family can meet the needs of society?

Accepted Answer

Families meet the needs of society primarily through procreation, which ensures the continuation of the population, and socialization, which involves teaching children the norms, values, and customs of the society.

Question 19

Record data demonstrated that there were a very large number of children in the school district whose insurance plan was the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).Which conclusion would be accurate for the nurse to make?

Accepted Answer

CHIP is designed to provide health coverage to children in families with incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid but too low to afford private coverage, indicating many working, low-income parents.

Question 20

Which is a major barrier to a nurse caring for the family as a whole?

Accepted Answer

Reimbursement systems typically focus on individual patient care rather than family-centered care, making it financially challenging for nurses to provide holistic care to families.

Quiz 20: Family Health