A nurse is caring for an adolescent whose family has a very rigid system of rules. Which of the following characteristics should the nurse expect when observing the family? a The older children in the family take over parenting roles for younger children. b. The family members exhibit psychosomatic manifestations. c. The communication between family members is minimal d. The family members make decisions based on compromise.

A nurse is caring for an adolescent whose family has a very rigid system of rules. Which of the following characteristics should the nurse expect when observing the family? a The older children in the family take over parenting roles for younger children. b. The family members exhibit psychosomatic manifestations. c. The communication between family members is minimal d. The family members make decisions based on compromise.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter5: The Therapeutic Approach To The Patient With A Life-threatening Illness

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