The hospital-based nurse has worked with a client at some length regarding appropriate diet. Based on the family systems theory, which of the following will most likely occur when the client returns home?
a. The family member who prepares food will probably suggest the newly discharged member eat the meals everyone in the family enjoys.
b. The family member who prepares food will probably try to modify family meals without obvious change for the family as a whole.
c. The family member who prepares food will probably prepare meals based on the diet plan for all the family.
d. The family member who prepares food will probably prepare special meals for the newly discharged member.
ANS: B
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