Duvall (1984) proposed a model of family growth and development that consists of eight discrete stages. The nurse should recognize that this model may not apply in which of the following cases?
A) Families from cultures that have different family and kinship systems
B) Blended families and homosexual families
C) Families that are characterized by conflict and dysfunction
D) Families where there is more than one wage earner
Ans: A
Duvall's stages of the family life cycle do not apply to all cultures because of differences in family and kinship systems, social life, political systems, language and traditions, religion, health beliefs and practices, and cultural norms.
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