The nurse is developing a teaching plan on coping strategies for an extended family of a severely disabled 11-year-old child.What step should the nurse take first in developing this plan?

A) Assess the current coping patterns.
B) Establish each member's role.
C) Assign specific tasks and deadlines for each member.
D) Assess which family member has the most ineffective coping patterns.

Coping Strategies

Techniques or methods that individuals use to manage or mitigate stressful situations, emotions, or psychological challenges.

Extended Family

A family group that goes beyond the nuclear family, including relatives like grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Assess Current

To evaluate or examine the present state or condition of something, especially in professional settings like health care or electrical systems.