Which of the following assumptions about the family perspective will guide nursing actions?
1. Family members need full disclosure and clear explanations.
2. Family members are usually afraid of being involved in care.
3. Family confidence influences care giving.
4. Family members have rights and can make choices.
1, 3, 4
Rationale:
Assumptions that may help to guide nursing actions include that family members need full disclosure and clear explanations, that their confidence influences care giving, and that they have rights and can make choices. Families are usually comfortable with other family members and want to be involved, but will need information that will enable their involvement.
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