A nurse is meeting to discuss problems and solutions with a group of teenagers who have been newly diagnosed with diabetes.One teenager states,"My mom found this particular brand of popcorn that has only 15 carbohydrates in the whole giant bag." Which of the following best describes the group purpose that is being served by the teenager's statement?
A) Maintenance function of encouraging everyone to continue the discussion
B) Maintenance function of helping everyone feel comfortable talking about food
C) Task function of resolving problems about what to nibble during movies
D) Task function of sharing information and resources

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A task function is anything a member does that deliberately contributes to the group's purpose.Members with task-directed abilities are attractive to the group.These traits include strong problem-solving skills,access to material resources,and skills in directing.The teenager's statement shared information about a good resource for the group.Maintenance functions help members affirm,accept,and support one another,resolve conflicts,and create social and environmental comfort.The teenagers comment does not support a maintenance function of the group,rather it focuses on a task function by contributing to the group's purpose.

A Nurse Is Meeting to Discuss Problems and Solutions with a Group