NURS 372: Midterm 424 Complete
Solutions.
What are the 3 concepts related to family - ANSWER Structure
Function
Process
Define the concept of "structure" in terms of the family - ANSWER Individuals that comprise the family;
interactions with other social systems.
Define the concept of "function" in terms of the family - ANSWER Large purposes or roles of families; the
way families
serve or benefit each other
Define the concept of "process" in terms of the family - ANSWER Family coping skills, roles,
communication, decision making, rituals and routines
What 3 Factors Influence the Definitions of Indigenous Families - ANSWER Complex household
membership
Multiple caregivers
Different kinship systems
Define Family Assessment - ANSWER A collection of data about the family's type and structure, current
level of functioning, support system, socio-cultural background, environment, and needs.
Name 2 Data Collection Tools during a family assessment - ANSWER 1. genogram
2. ecomap
Genograms must include, at least ____ generations - ANSWER 3
,When would you circle individuals in a genogram - ANSWER If those individuals live in the same
household
How are children arranged/ organized in a genogram - ANSWER oldest to youngest
ex. aimee then ashley
What is the purpose of a genogram - ANSWER It highlights diseases and conditions in which the family
might be at risk for
it maps out all family members in an organized "tree-like" manner
What is the purpose of an ecomap - ANSWER Looks at connections between families and external
agencies, relations, etc.
"Who is the family connected to?":
-Neighbours
-Other family members
-Church
What does a solid/ thick line represent on an ecomap - ANSWER An important, strong/ positive
connection
What does a broken line represent on an ecomap (ie. - - - - ) - ANSWER a weak connection/ relationship
what does a line with crosses through it, represent on an ecomap - ANSWER a stressful/ broken
relationship
Explain the concept of the family systems theory - ANSWER All parts of the system (family) are
interconnected.
What happens to one member affects other family members.
,The "whole" is more than the sum of the "parts."
All systems (families) have boundaries or borders between family and the environment.
Families can be further organized into subsystems.
"Recognize how an event impacts various family members."
"Interventions must address all individuals, subsystems and the whole family at the same time." -
ANSWER What family theory do these statements belong to
Strengths and weaknesses of the family systems theory - ANSWER Strengths:
Focus is on the family as a whole, its subsystems, or both. It is generally understood and accepted
theory in society.
Weaknesses:
The theory is broad and general.
What is the goal of the family systems theory - ANSWER The goal is to maintain stability and achieve a
high level of functioning by building on family strengths.
Explain the concept of the Developmental and family life cycle theory - ANSWER Families develop and
change over time
Families go through a transitional period when progressing from one stage to another.
How to apply the Developmental and family life cycle theory - ANSWER Assess what stage of the family
life cycle the family is currently at:
-Identify the stressors at this stage.
, -Identify if these events "normative" or "non-normative".
-Interventions help the family understand individual and family developmental tasks.
Help family understand normalcy of disequilibrium during transitional periods.
Capitalize on family rituals.
Strengths and weaknesses of the Developmental and family life cycle theory - ANSWER Strengths:
The focus is on the family as a whole. The theory provides a framework for predicting what a family will
experience at any given stage.
Weaknesses:
The traditional linear family life cycle is no longer the norm. Modern families vary widely in their
structure (divorce, remarriage, gay parents).
Explain the concept of the biological systems theory - ANSWER Combines children's biological
disposition and environmental forces that interact to influence the development of human beings
(genetics + environment)
What will the nurse assess in the biological systems theory - ANSWER Assess: social structures
(environmental systems) this family interacts with.
-Assessment includes looking at all levels of the system: micro, meso, macro and chronosystems.
Strengths and weaknesses of the biological systems theory - ANSWER Strengths:
The focus is on a holistic approach to human/family development.
Weaknesses:
This holistic approach is not specific enough to define contextual changes over time.
Define preconception health - ANSWER Preconception care is the promotion of the health and well-
being of a woman and her partner before pregnancy
Solutions.
What are the 3 concepts related to family - ANSWER Structure
Function
Process
Define the concept of "structure" in terms of the family - ANSWER Individuals that comprise the family;
interactions with other social systems.
Define the concept of "function" in terms of the family - ANSWER Large purposes or roles of families; the
way families
serve or benefit each other
Define the concept of "process" in terms of the family - ANSWER Family coping skills, roles,
communication, decision making, rituals and routines
What 3 Factors Influence the Definitions of Indigenous Families - ANSWER Complex household
membership
Multiple caregivers
Different kinship systems
Define Family Assessment - ANSWER A collection of data about the family's type and structure, current
level of functioning, support system, socio-cultural background, environment, and needs.
Name 2 Data Collection Tools during a family assessment - ANSWER 1. genogram
2. ecomap
Genograms must include, at least ____ generations - ANSWER 3
,When would you circle individuals in a genogram - ANSWER If those individuals live in the same
household
How are children arranged/ organized in a genogram - ANSWER oldest to youngest
ex. aimee then ashley
What is the purpose of a genogram - ANSWER It highlights diseases and conditions in which the family
might be at risk for
it maps out all family members in an organized "tree-like" manner
What is the purpose of an ecomap - ANSWER Looks at connections between families and external
agencies, relations, etc.
"Who is the family connected to?":
-Neighbours
-Other family members
-Church
What does a solid/ thick line represent on an ecomap - ANSWER An important, strong/ positive
connection
What does a broken line represent on an ecomap (ie. - - - - ) - ANSWER a weak connection/ relationship
what does a line with crosses through it, represent on an ecomap - ANSWER a stressful/ broken
relationship
Explain the concept of the family systems theory - ANSWER All parts of the system (family) are
interconnected.
What happens to one member affects other family members.
,The "whole" is more than the sum of the "parts."
All systems (families) have boundaries or borders between family and the environment.
Families can be further organized into subsystems.
"Recognize how an event impacts various family members."
"Interventions must address all individuals, subsystems and the whole family at the same time." -
ANSWER What family theory do these statements belong to
Strengths and weaknesses of the family systems theory - ANSWER Strengths:
Focus is on the family as a whole, its subsystems, or both. It is generally understood and accepted
theory in society.
Weaknesses:
The theory is broad and general.
What is the goal of the family systems theory - ANSWER The goal is to maintain stability and achieve a
high level of functioning by building on family strengths.
Explain the concept of the Developmental and family life cycle theory - ANSWER Families develop and
change over time
Families go through a transitional period when progressing from one stage to another.
How to apply the Developmental and family life cycle theory - ANSWER Assess what stage of the family
life cycle the family is currently at:
-Identify the stressors at this stage.
, -Identify if these events "normative" or "non-normative".
-Interventions help the family understand individual and family developmental tasks.
Help family understand normalcy of disequilibrium during transitional periods.
Capitalize on family rituals.
Strengths and weaknesses of the Developmental and family life cycle theory - ANSWER Strengths:
The focus is on the family as a whole. The theory provides a framework for predicting what a family will
experience at any given stage.
Weaknesses:
The traditional linear family life cycle is no longer the norm. Modern families vary widely in their
structure (divorce, remarriage, gay parents).
Explain the concept of the biological systems theory - ANSWER Combines children's biological
disposition and environmental forces that interact to influence the development of human beings
(genetics + environment)
What will the nurse assess in the biological systems theory - ANSWER Assess: social structures
(environmental systems) this family interacts with.
-Assessment includes looking at all levels of the system: micro, meso, macro and chronosystems.
Strengths and weaknesses of the biological systems theory - ANSWER Strengths:
The focus is on a holistic approach to human/family development.
Weaknesses:
This holistic approach is not specific enough to define contextual changes over time.
Define preconception health - ANSWER Preconception care is the promotion of the health and well-
being of a woman and her partner before pregnancy
