The nurse and the family have agreed on an ambitious goal to improve family functioning, but as the family later expresses with some dismay, they have not been able to change their behavior as easily and quickly as they had hoped
Which of the following must be remembered throughout this process? (Select all that apply.)
a. A reassessment of resources should be done if the plan does not work.
b. Individual family members must all be willing to make the plan their first priority.
c. Goals must be realistic and feasible.
d. Ongoing negotiation is central to the process.
ANS: C, D
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