A community/public health nurse is working with a family who is having difficulty with communication. Which of the following behaviors would cause the nurse to be concerned?
a. Family members communicate through behaviors and verbal statements.
b. Family members use rules to regulate behaviors in the family.
c. Family members use double-bind messages.
d. Family members communicate through metacommunication.
ANS: C
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