In providing anticipatory guidance to a couple expecting their first child, which tasks and activities does the nurse discuss with the parents? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Honing communication and listening skills
B.
Learning to cope with a lack of sexual activity
C.
Negotiating household roles and daily tasks
D.
Reorganizing the house for a new member
E.
Reviewing patterns of money management
ANS: A, C, D, E
According to Duvall, members of the expectant family have many tasks to do as they set about preparing for the birth of their child. Some of these include negotiating household roles, reorganizing the home, reviewing (and possibly changing) patterns of money management, adapting the sexual relationship to the physical changes of pregnancy, and reorienting roles with family and friends. As emotional responses can be unpredictable, good communication skills are vital.
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