The nurse is preparing to teach a new parenting class. When teaching the parents about the care of the child, the nurse will use which of the following principles about family as a guide in making a lesson plan:
a. The mother will provide all of the infant's careB. All families are made up of two parentsC. The number of women working outside the home has increased
D. The family of the newborn has little influence on the infant's health status
A
The nurse should understand that family composition and roles have dramatically changed. Mothers are increasingly employed outside the home. The number of single mothers has also risen. The family has a tremendous influence on the health and well-being of the infant. Children may be raised by two parents, one parent, grandparents, or foster caregivers.
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