The nurse is planning to use the structural-functional theory when assessing a family new to a community. What should the nurse include when conducting this assessment?
1. Individuals in the family
2. The family's sense of purpose
3. Relationships among family members
4. Strategies to restrict outside influences on the family
5. The approach the family uses to socialize new family members
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Rationale 1: The structural-functional theory focuses on family structure and function. The structural component of the theory addresses the membership of the family.
Rationale 2: The functional aspect of the theory examines the effects of intrafamily relationships on the family system. Some of the main functions of the family include developing a sense of family purpose.
Rationale 3: The structural-functional theory focuses on family structure and function. The structural component of the theory addresses the relationships among family members.
Rationale 4: Outside influences on the family would be a part of systems theory.
Rationale 5: The functional aspect of the theory examines the effects of intrafamily relationships on the family system. Some of the main functions of the family include socializing new members.
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