Which family would the nurse consider healthy?
a. A family in which the parents do not allow their 10-year-old child to make basic decisions.
b. A family that encourages independence while supporting each other.
c. A family that does not require a specific curfew for their 16-year-old son.
d. A family that does not allow their 15-year-old child to be an individual.
ANS: B
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