A nurse is working with a pregnant woman who has the nursing diagnosis of altered family processes. What statement by the patient indicates that a major goal for this diagnosis has been met?
A.
"At least I'm getting better sleep now that I don't urinate every 2 hours."
B.
"My husband has been doing more around the house so I can rest more."
C.
"The kids are really excited about getting a new baby brother or sister."
D.
"We finally have the nursery painted and furnished so it's ready for baby."
ANS: B
A major goal for this diagnosis is that the family recognizes the demands the pregnancy places on the woman and alters routines and activities to accommodate her. When the patient states that her husband is doing more around the house so she can rest more (a need in pregnancy), this shows resolution of the goal. The other statements are positive ones, but do not show family members adapting to new roles and responsibilities.
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