Asked by Katie Verseman on May 04, 2024
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What would a nurse hope to accomplish by eliciting a family's illness narrative?
A) Encourage family members to vent their feelings about the illness or hospitalization
B) Focus on the family's understanding of symptoms,medications,and treatments
C) Explore the impact of illness on the family,and the impact of the family on the illness
D) Focus on possible treatments and resources available to the family
Illness Narrative
The personal story or account of an individual's experience living with, understanding, and coping with illness or disease.
Symptoms
The signs or notices of a disease or the physical and mental changes indicating that a condition exists.
Medications
Substances used in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases and medical conditions.
- Pinpoint the central purposes of family nursing practices and their advancement over periods.
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Ikran MarufMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
By eliciting a family's illness narrative, a nurse can explore the impact of illness on the family, as well as the impact of the family on the illness. This can help the nurse gain a comprehensive understanding of the family's needs and experiences, and tailor care and support accordingly. A nurse may also be able to identify potential barriers to treatment or care and help connect the family to appropriate resources. While A, B, and D may also be important aspects of care, they do not necessarily capture the full range of benefits that can be gained from eliciting an illness narrative.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the central purposes of family nursing practices and their advancement over periods.