The nurse observes a client working to include the spouse in the treatment and recovery process of an illness. Which of Roy's modes should the nurse recognize that this client is demonstrating?

Question

1. Physiologic
2. Self-concept
3. Role function
4. Interdependence

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: The physiologic mode involves the body's basic physiologic needs and ways of adapting with regard to function of the body's systems.
Rationale 2: The self-concept mode includes the physical self and the personal self.
Rationale 3: The role function mode is determined by the need for social integration and refers to the performance of duties based on given positions within society.
Rationale 4: The goal of Roy's model is to enhance life processes through adaptation in four adaptive modes. The interdependence mode involves one's relations with significant others and support systems that provide help, affection, and attention. Involving a spouse with the treatment and recovery process would be an example of this mode.