Test
chapter 24 (437, 442-443)
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1Because a severely injured middle-aged client informed the nurse that he did not have any immediate family members, the nurse contacted extended family members. Which of the following is most representative of extended family members?
- AGrandparents, aunts and uncles
- BParents and spouse
- CChildren who no longer live at home
- DRoommates and close family friends
2Examine Figures 24–3 and 24–4 on pages 439–440. Based on the information in these two diagrams, which family member is at greatest risk for developing a health problem?
- AAlice
- BBill
- CKim
- DMary
3What should a nurse instruct a client who identifies “the family” as two college roommates, a dog, and a cat when completing a family health history form?
- AInclude all information about blood relatives and the animals and roommates that might influence his health.
- BInclude only information about genetic/hereditary and environmental illnesses of blood relatives
- CLeave the area blank since the client does not live with blood relatives.
- DUse the client’s own judgment in completing the area since the physical exam is more important than the history.
4A visual representation of family members by sex, age, health status, and lines of relationships through the generations is referred to as a __________. (default answer is a)
- Agenogram(x)
- Bgenogram
5To assess the impact of illness on the family as a unit, it is essential for the nurse to assess which factors? Select all that apply.
- AThe duration of the illness
- BThe meaning of the illness to the family and its significance to family systems
- CThe coping mechanisms used by other families with similar illnesses
- DThe financial impact of the illness (including factors such as insurance and ability of the ill member to work)
- EThe incidence of the illness in the community at large
6An adult child brings a parent to an agency with signs and
symptoms of potential fluid retention (e.g., high blood pressure, swollen feet) possibly related to excessive sodium intake. Further nursing assessment indicates inadequate food storage and preparation techniques in the home. Which would be the most appropriate nursing diagnosis?- AReadiness for Enhanced Family Coping
- BDisabled Family Coping
- CImpaired Parenting
- DCaregiver Role Strain
7Prior to finalizing a family-oriented nursing care plan and implementing interventions, it is essential for the nurse to perform which of the following?
- AMeet with all family members simultaneously
- BConfirm that the family health insurance covers all family members.
- CEstablish a trusting relationship with the family as a group.
- DComplete a thorough history and physical examination of each family member.
8Nurses often utilize systems theory to assess family units. Which example illustrates a family unit that does NOT meet the criteria of a well-functioning system?
- AThe family members allow input from outside the family unit.
- BThe family members are interdependent.
- CEach member’s personal boundaries are well defined
- DThe primary activities of each member focus on personal purposes.
9What is a primary function of a family?
- AProvide everything each member wants.
- BProvide an environment that supports growth of individuals
- CEnsure that the members are accepted into society
- DEnsure that family resources are not shared with the broader community
10Which family risk factor for developing a health problem is of highest priority for the nurse to address?
- AFamily members’ ages 4, 13, 38, 42, and 75 place them in many different developmental stages
- BThere is a history of adult-onset diabetes on the 42-yearold father’s side
- CThe primary wage earner for a family of five has recently been let go from the job and lost health insurance.
- DThe family members are primarily sedentary and no one engages in physical exercise for more than 1 hour each week
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