When planning discharge care for a family with open boundaries, the nurse is aware that this family system:
A.
Will use available support systems to meet its needs.
B.
Is more prone to crisis, related to increased exposure to stressors.
C.
Discourages family members from setting up channels.
D.
Strives to maintain family stability by avoiding outside influences.
ANS: A
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