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LaDunn

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The nurse performing a family assessment determines that the parents jointly make decisions
  regarding family rules and apportion the family resources in ways that serve the interests of all
  members.
 
  Plans for the future exist but are flexible and allow for changing circumstances. The three
  teenage children participate in discussions but do not have responsibility for decisions. The
  assessment the nurse should document is
  a. family management function is appropriate and adequate.
  b. boundary function makes a distinction between individuals.
  c. communication function of the family is healthy.
  d. emotional-supportive function is dominated by conflict.

Question 2

The next to last meeting of an interpersonal therapy group is taking place. The group leader's task is
  to
 
  a. keep the group focused on the goals of individual members.
  b. solidify progress of members in building relationships.
  c. help members prepare for separation.
  d. foster clear, congruent communication.



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Answer to Question 1

A
Family management function refers to decisions regarding issues of power, rule making, provision
of financial support, goods allocation, and future planning. The management functions described in
the scenario should be assessed as healthy and appropriate. The scenario does not refer to other
family functions such as boundary, communication, or emotional-supportive functions.

Answer to Question 2

C
The goal for the termination phase of groups is to prepare the group for separation and prepare each
member for the future. Contributions of members and the experience as a group are acknowledged
as part of termination. Option A: Individual goals should have been achieved before termination.
Option B: Relationship-building will have been completed before termination. Option C: This is a
goal for all stages and is not exclusive to termination.





 

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