A nurse asked quite a few questions about what each family member did during the day, including school, work, and recreation outside the home. What was the nurse accomplishing by asking these questions?
a. Assessing the community environment for possible community-wide problems
b. Creating a picture of the family's relationships with outside agencies and resources
c. Looking for topics the nurse might have in common with a family member
d. Seeking an appropriate topic around which to establish rapport
ANS: B
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