Family is best defined by:
1. The patient.
2. The family bloodline.
3. The nurse.
4. The care provider.
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1. Family members may not be blood related. The family is defined by who the patient and caregiver say is the family.
2. Family does not need to have a blood relation.
3. The nurse can be part of the family depending on the relationship with the patient.
4. The care provider can be part of the family.
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