Which scenario best demonstrates a healthy family? a. One ...

[khang]

Which scenario best demonstrates a healthy family?
 
  a. One parent takes care of children. The other parent earns income and maintains the home.
  b. A family has strict boundaries that require members to address problems within the family.
  c. A couple requires their adolescent children to attend church services 3 times a week.
  d. A couple renews their marital relationship after their children become adults.

Question 2

A parent says, My son and I argue constantly since he started using drugs. When I talk to him about not using drugs, he tells me to stay out of his business. What is the nurse's first most appropriate action?
 
  a. Educate the parent about stages of family development.
  b. Report the son to law enforcement authorities.
  c. Refer the son for substance abuse treatment.
  d. Make a referral for family therapy.

[bfulkerson77]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Revamping the marital relationship after children move out of the family of origin indicates the family is moving through its stages of development. Strict family boundaries or roles interfere with flexibility and use of outside resources. Adolescents should have some input into deciding their activities.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Family therapy is indicated, and the nurse should provide a referral. Reporting the child to law enforcement would undermine trust and violate confidentiality. The other distracters may occur later.