The stage of family development that extends from the wedding until the birth of the first child is known as the:
a. expectant stage.
b. parenthood stage.
c. establishment stage.
d. engagement/commitment stage.
C
The establishment stage extends from the wedding until the birth of the first child. During this phase, one of the important tasks is the adjustment from the single independent to the married, interdependent state. The challenges facing the newly married couple include learning to live with another person, decision making, conflict resolution, and communication.
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You obtain a wound culture specimen, complete the dressing change, obtain a full set of VS,note a temperature of 100.4° F (38° C), and assess increased tenderness in C.W.'s abdomen
What orders do you anticipate receiving once you notify the physician of C.W.'s condition?