During Visitation on the Unit, a Nurse Is Observing the Family

Multiple Choice

During visitation on the unit, a nurse is observing the family dynamics of an adolescent client who has an addiction problem. In doing so, the nurse concludes that the family is exhibiting codependence. Which of the following behaviors on the part of the family supports the nurse's conclusion?

A) The family is intolerant of any frustration on the part of the client.
B) The family engages in actions that enable the client's self-destructive behavior.
C) The family is argumentative about seemingly insignificant issues.
D) The family exhibits high levels of impatience.