A family is talking with the nurse about the impact a schizophrenic son has had on the family.
The
father mentions that his health insurance provides limited coverage for psychiatric hospitalization
and even less coverage for outpatient treatment. Consequently, the family savings have been
depleted over the past 2 years. The mother relates that she has had to quit her job to provide
supervision for the son, who, if left to his own devices, brings drugs into the home, becomes violent,
and destroys furniture. The client's younger sister mentions she feels lost because her parents are so
focused on her brother that it seems as though they have no time for her. The topics discussed are
called
a. life cycle stressors.
b. psychobiological issues.
c. the family burden of mental illness.
d. stigma associated with mental illness.
Question 2
The nurse working with a teen client who has become moody and withdrawn because her parents are
divorcing will make the establishment of a therapeutic alliance a priority because
a. focusing on the strengths of an individual increases the individual's self-esteem.
b. the client should express feelings and not keep them inside.
c. acceptance and trust convey feelings of security to the client.
d. therapeutic activities provide an outlet for tension.
The Mulleta family of Ethiopia, described in the opening vignette.
Throughout history, technology has had an impact on families. Today is no exception.
Typical life cycle of the tick family.
Be Friendly and Relaxed When Talking on the Phone to Clients.
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