While performing a family assessment, the nurse identifies which symptoms associated with dysfunctional family coping strategies? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Father acknowledges an addiction to alcohol.
2. The mother is a stay-at-home mother, and the father works two jobs to make ends meet.
3. The family has deep religious beliefs.
4. The father makes all of the decisions for the family, and the mother is compliant with the father's decisions.
5. Direct, open communication among family members is observed.
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Rationale 1: Drug and alcohol addictions are symptoms of dysfunctional coping strategies.
Rationale 2: This is a family decision related to family finances and preferences and is not a dysfunctional coping strategy.
Rationale 3: Spiritual supports are associated with functioning coping.
Rationale 4: This could be a symptom of extreme dominance and submission.
Rationale 5: This is a functional coping strategy.
Global Rationale:
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