A nurse has identified a coping problem in a family that recently lost their house and all of their belongings in a fire. The nurse next will assess the family's external support systems. These would include which of the following?
1. Grandparents.
2. The parent's siblings.
3. Local social services agencies.
4. The family's religious leader.
5. The family's communication skills.
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: External support includes extended family members.
Rationale 2: External support includes extended family members.
Rationale 3: External support includes social services.
Rationale 4: External support includes religious organizations.
Rationale 5: Individual family members, along with knowledge, skills, and effective communication patterns, provide internal support.
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