When a member of the family is diagnosed with malignant cancer, the family functioning may be affected primarily by the:
A) economic impact of the illness.
B) absence of role models.
C) family strengths.
D) maintenance of roles.
Ans: A
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Common stressors in chronic illness include exhaustion, anxiety, needing help from relatives and friends, alterations in social contacts or travel abilities, concern about sibling needs, and financial concerns. Family roles, responsibilities, and social relationships change to meet the needs of the family system as well as the ill child or adult.
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