During a family assessment, the nurse determines that a family functions according to the systems theory. What did the nurse assess to make this clinical decision?
1. Family members work together towards goals.
2. Family members seek out and use community resources.
3. Family members interact with other community systems.
4. Healthy boundaries are used to regulate influence by other systems.
5. Family members are encouraged to hold fast to beliefs and practices.
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale: In systems theory, family members work together to achieve specific purposes and goals.
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