The Nurse Is Involved in Crisis Intervention with a Family

The nurse is involved in crisis intervention with a family in which the father has just lost his job and is experiencing periods of depression.The mother has a chronic debilitating illness that has put added responsibilities on the adolescent child,who is having behavioural problems.How does the nurse help the family focus on their feelings?

A) Pointing out the connection between the situation and their responses.
B) Encouraging the use of the family's usual coping skills.
C) Working on time management skills.
D) Discussing past experiences.