A terminally ill patient tells his family that he has "had a good life" and wants everyone to enjoy theirs as well. The family members are quietly weeping and ask him if there is anything he would like or anyone he would like to see one last time. The nurse realizes this family is functioning as which of the following?

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Although the family members are weeping, they are functioning in a healthy way by asking the patient if there is anything he would like or anyone he would like to see one last time. The members of this family respect each other and are able to discuss difficult topics with honesty and openness. There is no evidence to suggest that the family is dysfunctional, confused, or relieved.

A Terminally Ill Patient Tells His Family That He Has