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What is the primary characteristic of a nuclear family?
Which family type is characterized by having a man with more than one spouse?
What factor does NOT typically contribute to the changing types of families over time?
Which family structure comprises only a husband and wife without children?
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How is a blended family formed?
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Which statement accurately defines a cohabiting family?
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Which of the following best describes an extended family?
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Which family type may include homosexual couples with or without children?
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How might a family’s power system be described in terms of balance?
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What is a consequence of a family functioning well as a unit?
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What characterizes a family that feels isolated from the community?
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What balance is essential for a family to support both individual and group needs?
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What is one way a family relates to the community?
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Which function of a family involves the transmission of culture to social groups?
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What is the primary role of a family in relation to economic functions in a rural setting?
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What psychological need does the family primarily fulfill for its members?
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Why is the family considered the most frequent focus of health decisions?
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In what way can families function as substitutes for children whose parents cannot care for them?
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What does status placement in a family context refer to?
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Which characteristic defines a family as a client in healthcare?
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How does a family provide physical maintenance for its members?
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Study Notes
Definition of Family
- A family typically consists of individuals living together, united by blood, marriage, or adoption.
- Definitions include nuclear families and extended families, highlighting diversity in family structures (National Statistical Coordination Board, 2008).
- Families emerge from bonds of sharing, emotional closeness, and mutual identification (Friedman, 2003).
Changes in Family Types
- Changes can be attributed to various factors including:
- Birth
- Death
- Migration
- Separation
- Growth of family members
Family Structures
- Nuclear Family: Comprises a husband, wife, and their immediate children (natural or adopted).
- Dyad Family: Involves couples without children, such as newlyweds or empty nesters.
- Extended Family: Encompasses three generations, including siblings and grandparents.
- Blended Family: Formed when one or both spouses have children from previous relationships.
- Compound Family: Features a man with multiple spouses; legally recognized among Muslims in the Philippines.
- Cohabiting Family: Consists of unmarried couples living together with or without children.
- Single Parent Family: Arises from spousal death, separation, or unwed pregnancy.
- Gay or Lesbian Family: Comprised of same-sex couples; may or may not have children.
- No Kin Family: Two or more individuals sharing support without legal or blood ties.
- Foster Family: Serves as a substitute for children whose biological parents cannot care for them.
Functions of a Family
- Procreation: Responsible for reproductive functions and raising children.
- Socialization: The family is a primary socializing agent, teaching societal norms and values.
- Status Placement: Families influence children's societal rank and potential social mobility.
- Economic Functions: Rural families often function as production units; urban families focus on consumption.
- Physical Maintenance: Families provide basic survival needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing.
- Welfare and Protection: Families nurture emotional security, companionship, and support for all members.
Family as a Unit of Care
- Families are seen as natural units of society capable of addressing health issues collectively.
- Health problems within families are interconnected; family decisions can impact health and well-being.
- Health workers often engage with families as integral components of care.
Family as the Client
- Families are shaped by their historical context and physical environment.
- Each family develops unique lifestyles, behaviors, and decision-making systems.
- Family power dynamics can range from balanced roles to dominance by one member.
Family Interaction Dynamics
- Any member's actions can affect the whole family, highlighting their interdependence.
- Families accommodate individual needs while maintaining group harmony; balance is aimed between self-expression and consideration for others.
- Relationships with the community vary, including constructive engagement or isolation; families either contribute to or benefit passively from community resources.
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This quiz focuses on the definitions and characteristics of families within the context of family health nursing. It explores the concept of family, including nuclear and extended family structures. Test your understanding of how these definitions impact nursing practices related to family health.
