Which observation best demonstrates that a patient is a member of ...

[renzo156]

Which observation best demonstrates that a patient is a member of a well functioning family?
 
  a. Family members openly discuss the patient's needs and how to meet them effectively.
  b. The patient looks forward to family members' visits and is less stressed after they spend time together.
  c. The patient asks for his family members' input when making a decision and generally seeks their approval.
  d. Family members are likely to provide the patient with suggestions on what should be done and when it should be done.

Question 2

A client becomes depressed when she realizes that she will have to sell the house that she has lived in for more than 50 years. A physician prescribed an antidepressant for the client.
 
  Which physiological change in the client would cause a nurse to question this medication order?
  A) Changes in cortical and intellectual functioning
  B) Changes in respiratory and gastrointestinal functioning
  C) Changes in liver and kidney functioning
  D) Changes in endocrine and immune functioning

[ApricotDream]

Answer to Question 1

A
One characteristic of a well-functioning family is open, effective communication among its members. The remaining options reflect a controlling and dependent relationship.

Answer to Question 2

C

[renzo156]

Excellent

[tanna.moeller]

TYSM