The nurse has identified a coping problem in a family that recently lost their house and all of their belongings in a fire. What should the nurse identify as this family's external support systems?
1. Grandparents
2. The parent's siblings
3. Local social services agencies
4. The family's religious leader
5. The family's communication skills
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: External support includes extended family members.
Rationale 2: External support includes extended family members.
Rationale 3: External support includes social services.
Rationale 4: External support includes religious organizations.
Rationale 5: Individual family members, along with knowledge, skills, and effective communication patterns, provide internal support.
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