Test Bank - Wright and Leahey's Nurses and Families: A
Guide to Family Assessment and Intervention, 8th
Edition (Shajani, 2023), Chapter 1-13 | All Chapters
Chapter 1: Theoretical Foundations for the Family Nursing Framework
• Family systems theory, cybernetics, communication, change theory.
• How theoretical foundations guide family assessment and interventions.
• Concept of family as the unit of care.
Chapter 2: Family Nursing: Historical and Current Perspectives
• Evolution of family nursing practice.
• Impact of nursing models on family care.
• Trends in family health and healthcare delivery.
Chapter 3: Structure and Function of Families
• Family structure (roles, hierarchies, boundaries).
• Family function (instrumental, expressive, affective).
• Genograms and ecomaps.
Chapter 4: Cultural, Spiritual, and Diversity Considerations
• Cultural safety and humility.
• Spirituality in family health.
• Understanding diversity, inclusion, and equity in family nursing.
Chapter 5: Family Development and Life Cycle
• Duvall’s family life cycle stages.
• Normative and non-normative transitions.
• Developmental stressors and tasks.
Chapter 6: Illness Beliefs Model and Family Health
• The role of illness beliefs in how families respond to illness.
, • How to explore, elicit, and reframe illness beliefs.
• Meaning-making and health beliefs.
Chapter 7: Family Assessment and Intervention Models
• Calgary Family Assessment Model (CFAM).
• Calgary Family Intervention Model (CFIM).
• Using models systematically in practice.
Chapter 8: Conducting a Family Interview
• Stages of the family interview.
• Engagement, questions (linear vs circular).
• Therapeutic conversation skills.
Chapter 9: Therapeutic Communication and Reflective Practice
• Active listening, empathy, neutrality.
• Self-awareness and managing bias.
• Promoting hope and resilience.
Chapter 10: Strengths and Resilience-Based Approaches
• Identifying and amplifying family strengths.
• Building resilience during crises and transitions.
• Reframing problems.
Chapter 11: Intervening in Family Systems
• Intervention strategies: cognitive, affective, behavioral domains.
• Short-term vs ongoing work.
• Common challenges and ethical considerations.
Chapter 12: Working with Families in Specific Contexts
• Chronic illness, palliative care, mental health.
• Vulnerable or marginalized families.
• Community-based family nursing.
Chapter 13: Evaluating Outcomes and Practice Development
• Evaluating family outcomes.
• Reflective practice and self-evaluation.
• Advancing family nursing through research and practice development.
,1. Which theoretical framework primarily informs the Calgary Family
Assessment Model (CFAM)?
a) Psychodynamic theory
b) Cognitive-behavioral theory
c) Systems theory
d) General systems theory
The CFAM is grounded in general systems theory, which views the family
as a system composed of interrelated parts.
2. According to CFAM, which domain assesses family structure, development,
and functioning?
a) Structural domain
b) Developmental domain
c) Functional domain
d) All of the above
CFAM includes all three domains: structural, developmental, and
functional, for a comprehensive assessment.
3. The genogram is a tool used primarily to assess which aspect of family
functioning?
a) Roles
b) Communication patterns
c) Developmental tasks
d) Family structure
A genogram visually maps out family structure, relationships, and health
patterns across generations.
, 4. Which statement best reflects the goal of family nursing?
a) To cure individual family members
b) To promote, maintain, and restore family health
c) To diagnose family pathologies
d) To provide individual therapy only
Family nursing aims to promote, maintain, and restore health for the
family unit as a whole.
5. What is the Calgary Family Intervention Model (CFIM) designed to do?
a) Replace CFAM
b) Guide interventions that promote family functioning
c) Focus only on structural interventions
d) Assess individual patients
CFIM guides nurses in developing interventions that enhance, improve, or
sustain family functioning.
6. In family nursing, the term “relational practice” refers to:
a) Performing tasks quickly
b) Following medical orders only
c) Engaging in meaningful interactions with families
d) Maintaining strict boundaries
Relational practice emphasizes meaningful, context-based interactions
with families.
7. Which technique is useful for exploring family communication patterns?
a) Ecomap
b) Circular questioning
Guide to Family Assessment and Intervention, 8th
Edition (Shajani, 2023), Chapter 1-13 | All Chapters
Chapter 1: Theoretical Foundations for the Family Nursing Framework
• Family systems theory, cybernetics, communication, change theory.
• How theoretical foundations guide family assessment and interventions.
• Concept of family as the unit of care.
Chapter 2: Family Nursing: Historical and Current Perspectives
• Evolution of family nursing practice.
• Impact of nursing models on family care.
• Trends in family health and healthcare delivery.
Chapter 3: Structure and Function of Families
• Family structure (roles, hierarchies, boundaries).
• Family function (instrumental, expressive, affective).
• Genograms and ecomaps.
Chapter 4: Cultural, Spiritual, and Diversity Considerations
• Cultural safety and humility.
• Spirituality in family health.
• Understanding diversity, inclusion, and equity in family nursing.
Chapter 5: Family Development and Life Cycle
• Duvall’s family life cycle stages.
• Normative and non-normative transitions.
• Developmental stressors and tasks.
Chapter 6: Illness Beliefs Model and Family Health
• The role of illness beliefs in how families respond to illness.
, • How to explore, elicit, and reframe illness beliefs.
• Meaning-making and health beliefs.
Chapter 7: Family Assessment and Intervention Models
• Calgary Family Assessment Model (CFAM).
• Calgary Family Intervention Model (CFIM).
• Using models systematically in practice.
Chapter 8: Conducting a Family Interview
• Stages of the family interview.
• Engagement, questions (linear vs circular).
• Therapeutic conversation skills.
Chapter 9: Therapeutic Communication and Reflective Practice
• Active listening, empathy, neutrality.
• Self-awareness and managing bias.
• Promoting hope and resilience.
Chapter 10: Strengths and Resilience-Based Approaches
• Identifying and amplifying family strengths.
• Building resilience during crises and transitions.
• Reframing problems.
Chapter 11: Intervening in Family Systems
• Intervention strategies: cognitive, affective, behavioral domains.
• Short-term vs ongoing work.
• Common challenges and ethical considerations.
Chapter 12: Working with Families in Specific Contexts
• Chronic illness, palliative care, mental health.
• Vulnerable or marginalized families.
• Community-based family nursing.
Chapter 13: Evaluating Outcomes and Practice Development
• Evaluating family outcomes.
• Reflective practice and self-evaluation.
• Advancing family nursing through research and practice development.
,1. Which theoretical framework primarily informs the Calgary Family
Assessment Model (CFAM)?
a) Psychodynamic theory
b) Cognitive-behavioral theory
c) Systems theory
d) General systems theory
The CFAM is grounded in general systems theory, which views the family
as a system composed of interrelated parts.
2. According to CFAM, which domain assesses family structure, development,
and functioning?
a) Structural domain
b) Developmental domain
c) Functional domain
d) All of the above
CFAM includes all three domains: structural, developmental, and
functional, for a comprehensive assessment.
3. The genogram is a tool used primarily to assess which aspect of family
functioning?
a) Roles
b) Communication patterns
c) Developmental tasks
d) Family structure
A genogram visually maps out family structure, relationships, and health
patterns across generations.
, 4. Which statement best reflects the goal of family nursing?
a) To cure individual family members
b) To promote, maintain, and restore family health
c) To diagnose family pathologies
d) To provide individual therapy only
Family nursing aims to promote, maintain, and restore health for the
family unit as a whole.
5. What is the Calgary Family Intervention Model (CFIM) designed to do?
a) Replace CFAM
b) Guide interventions that promote family functioning
c) Focus only on structural interventions
d) Assess individual patients
CFIM guides nurses in developing interventions that enhance, improve, or
sustain family functioning.
6. In family nursing, the term “relational practice” refers to:
a) Performing tasks quickly
b) Following medical orders only
c) Engaging in meaningful interactions with families
d) Maintaining strict boundaries
Relational practice emphasizes meaningful, context-based interactions
with families.
7. Which technique is useful for exploring family communication patterns?
a) Ecomap
b) Circular questioning
