NURS 372: Midterm Questions With Complete Solutions

What are the 3 concepts related to family correct answer: Structure Function Process Define the concept of "structure" in terms of the family correct answer: Individuals that comprise the family; interactions with other social systems. Define the concept of "function" in terms of the family correct answer: Large purposes or roles of families; the way families serve or benefit each other Define the concept of "process" in terms of the family correct answer: Family coping skills, roles, communication, decision making, rituals and routines What 3 Factors Influence the Definitions of Indigenous Families correct answer: Complex household membership Multiple caregivers Different kinship systems Define Family Assessment correct answer: A collection of data about the family's type and structure, current level of functioning, support system, socio-cultural background, environment, and needs. Name 2 Data Collection Tools during a family assessment correct answer: 1. genogram 2. ecomap Genograms must include, at least ____ generations correct answer: 3 When would you circle individuals in a genogram correct answer: If those individuals live in the same household How are children arranged/ organized in a genogram correct answer: oldest to youngest ex. aimee then ashley What is the purpose of a genogram correct answer: It highlights diseases and conditions in which the family might be at risk for it maps out all family members in an organized "tree-like" manner What is the purpose of an ecomap correct answer: Looks at connections between families and external agencies, relations, etc.