Three members of a therapy group share covert glances as other ...

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Three members of a therapy group share covert glances as other members of the group describe problems. When one makes a statement that subtly criticizes another speaker, the others nod in agreement. Which group dynamic should the leader suspect?
 
  a. Some members are acting as a subgroup instead of as members of the main group.
  b. Some of the members have become bored and are disregarding others.
  c. Three members are showing their frustration with slower members.
  d. The leadership of the group has been ineffective.

Question 2

The nurse is planning a new sexuality group for patients. Which location would best enhance the effectiveness of this group?
 
  a. The hospital auditorium
  b. A small conference room
  c. A common area, such as a day room
  d. The corner of the music therapy room

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Subgroups, small groups isolated within a larger group and functioning separately from it, sometimes form within therapy groups. When this occurs, subgroup members are cohesive with other subgroup members but not with the members of the larger group. Members of the subgroup may be bored or frustrated or expressing passive aggression, but the primary dynamic is the splitting off from the main group.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The conference room would provide a quiet, private area with few distractions, separate from other patient areas and effective for teaching and learning about a private topic. The auditorium is too large, and members' anxiety or lack of trust might lead them to spread out too far from each other, interfering with group process. The day room and the music therapy room are too busy and exposed, reducing privacy and increasing distractions.