Two nurses were discussing a family that was undergoing two major crises simultaneously. The nurse assigned to the family decided to work on helping the family learn better coping mechanisms
The colleague asked why the nurse would try to create change when the family was under so much stress at the moment. Which of the following responses would be the most appropriate?
a. "At the moment, I don't think the family will even notice I'm helping them change."
b. "I'm only focusing on one person because if I can get one member to change, the others will change as well."
c. "Now is when the family may recognize the need for change."
d. "The family is under so much stress that one more stressor won't matter."
ANS: C
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