After the assessment, it was relatively clear to the nurse what should be done. The family was very anxious and tense. What goal will the nurse probably have on the next visit?
A. Be supportive as the family debates what should be done about the problems.
B. Calmly discuss the family's perception of their problems and coping mechanisms.
C. Share with the family the interventions to be made and the goal of the interventions.
D. Tell the family what should be done to reduce their anxiety and fearfulness.
Question 2
Some family therapists use communication interventions. Which of the following behaviors would cause the therapist concern?
A. Communicating through behavior, in addition to verbal statements
B. Communication being used to clarify rules about appropriate behaviors
C. Double-bind messages
D. Metacommunication episodes
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