When using symbolic interactionism, which question should a nurse use to best gain an understanding of the experiences of the family of a patient with schizophrenia?
a. "What situations create stress in your family at this time?"
b. "What are the transportation costs of traveling to and from therapy sessions?"
c. "Is there always enough money to pay the family bills and pay for therapy?"
d. "Have things become better at home since your family member was discharged last time?"
A
Symbolic interactionism suggests that the nurse learn to "walk in the shoes" of family members by asking questions that elicit a description of their situation. The correct option is such a question. While inquiring about the situation at home since the patient's discharge is partially correct because it seeks to elicit the family's view, it is a closed-ended question and is narrower in scope. The remaining options are inappropriate because they are factual and do not increase understanding of the lived experience of family members.
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