The nurse is performing an assessment of a child's biologic family history. Which situation would necessitate the nurse's asking the mother for information should use the term "child's father" instead of "your husband"?

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In a cohabitating informal stepfamily, the father figure may not necessarily be the mother's husband. It is important for the nurse to clarify the relationship and use appropriate language to accurately gather family history.

The Nurse Is Performing an Assessment of a Child's Biologic