Exam 26: Family

The nurse has been asked to review a hospital's written policies for the pediatric care unit.Hospital management is concerned that the current materials express an authoritarian attitude that is off-putting to families.The goal of the nurse's review is to recommend changes that promote openness and communicate appreciation for the role of families in the care of children.Which of the following statements meets this goal?

Which of the following most accurately describes the family burden associated with mental illness?

The nurse is caring for a client who was involved in a car accident.The client's spouse was killed in the accident.The couple has two teenage children.Which statement explains how this tragedy will be approached by the family?

The nurse is evaluating the success of wellness care provided to a new family in the community.Which observations by the nurse indicate that care has been successful? Select all that apply.