Question

Define Family. (Include the different types of family structure in your definition). What areas should the nurse assess to assess family function? What are characteristics observed within a family that indicate effective functioning as a family unit?

Answer 1

Answer-

Family is a complex social phenomenon. It is the oldest natural community of people bounded by blood.

Different types of family :

• Nuclear

• Blended

• Unrelated

• Step

• Adopted

• Single

• single parent

• Extended

• Childless

• Foster

A structured physical examination allows the nurse to obtain a complete assessment of the patient. Observation/inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation are techniques used to gather information. Clinical judgment should be used to decide on the extent of assessment required.

Characteristics :

• The family has a social group is universal and is significant element in man's social life.

• It is the first social group to which the individual is exposed.

• Family content and relationships are repetitive and continuous.

• The family is very close and intimate group.

• It is settings of most intense emotional experiences during the lifetime of the individual.

• The family affects the individuals social values, disposition and outlook inlife.

• The family has the unique position of serving as a link between the individual and larger society.

• The family is also unique in providing continuity of social life.