The nurse is preparing to collect data for a family assessment. Which nursing actions are appropriate? Select all that apply
1. Conducting interviews
2. Observing interactions
3. Reviewing reports from the healthcare provider
4. Monitoring daily living patterns
5. Asking a family friend his or her opinion of the family
1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation:
1. The nurse collects data when conducting a family assessment by conducting interviews with the members of the family.
2. The nurse collects data when conducting a family assessment by observing interactions between the members of the family.
3. The nurse collects data when conducting a family assessment by reviewing reports from the healthcare provider.
4. The nurse collects data when conducting a family assessment by monitoring daily living patterns among the family members.
5. Interviewing a family friend without first getting permission from the family is a confidentiality violation.
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