The Nurse Is Developing a Teaching Plan About Coping Strategies

The nurse is developing a teaching plan about coping strategies for an extended family of a severely disabled 11-year-old child. Which step does the nurse take first in developing this plan?

A) Assess the current coping patterns.
B) Establish each member's role.
C) Assign specific tasks and deadlines for each member.
D) Identify the family member with the most ineffective coping patterns.