The nurse would know that goals for the diagnosis Disabled Family Coping have been met when the family of a burn-injured client
a. asks frequent questions of all the staff.
b. begins to interact with the local burn support group.
c. insists on participating in the client's care.
d. only comes to visit when the client requests.
B
Normal coping mechanisms may be overwhelmed in the family of a burned client. Outcomes for this diagnosis include showing appropriate coping strategies by verbalizing realistic expectations, expressing knowledge of the treatment regimen, interacting appropriately, and demonstrating decreased stress. Options a and c show a family that is still fearful and demanding. Option d shows a family in denial or perhaps one that is too overwhelmed to visit. Interacting with someone from the local burn survivor's support group can give the family factual information plus demonstrates appropriate coping.
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