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melina_rosy · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is preparing to assess the development of a family new to the clinic. The nurse understands that which of the following is the primary use of a family assessment tool?

1. Obtain a comprehensive medical history of family members.
2. Determine to which clinic the client should be referred.
3. Predict how a family will likely change with the addition of children.
4. Understand the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of members.

Question 2

A 25-year-old primigravida is at 20 weeks' gestation. The nurse takes her vital signs and notifies the healthcare provider immediately because of which finding?

1. Pulse 88/minute
2. Rhonchi in both bases
3. Temperature 37.4 C (99.3 F)
4. Blood pressure 122/78

pami445 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4
Explanation: 4. Understanding the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of members is the main reason for using a family assessment tool.

Answer to Question 2

2
Explanation: 2. Any abnormal breath sounds should be reported to the healthcare provider.