The hospice nurse has completed a family function assessment on a client who is dying. Which behavioral sign would suggest family dysfunction?
A) The client states, "I can't live like this anymore."
B) The client's mother is laughing one minute and crying the next.
C) The client's daughter states, "I haven't slept in 3 days."
D) The client makes good eye contact during the assessment.
Ans: B
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Objective data for assessing family function include observation of family interactions and the behavior of members, as well as physical examination. Behavioral signs of family dysfunction include labile emotions, withdrawal, irritability, poor sleeping and eating, inability to concentrate, and dependency. Direct quotes are subjective data.
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