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What defines a nuclear family?
What defines a nuclear family?
- A man with multiple spouses
- A husband, wife, and their immediate children (correct)
- An unmarried couple living together
- A family consisting of three generations
Which type of family includes children from previous marriages?
Which type of family includes children from previous marriages?
- Blended Family (correct)
- Single Parent Family
- Nuclear Family
- Extended Family
What term describes the scenario where a family member's dysfunction affects the whole family unit?
What term describes the scenario where a family member's dysfunction affects the whole family unit?
- Nuclear bond
- Family structure
- Ripple effect (correct)
- Emotional attachment
What is an example of an extended family?
What is an example of an extended family?
Which family type involves two adults living together without being married?
Which family type involves two adults living together without being married?
Why is it important for nurses to view families as a critical resource?
Why is it important for nurses to view families as a critical resource?
What characterizes a dyad family?
What characterizes a dyad family?
Which family type includes a man with more than one spouse?
Which family type includes a man with more than one spouse?
Which definition describes a family as a group of persons living together related by blood, marriage, or adoption?
Which definition describes a family as a group of persons living together related by blood, marriage, or adoption?
How does the economic function of a rural family differ from that of an urban family?
How does the economic function of a rural family differ from that of an urban family?
What is one of the roles of family in physical maintenance?
What is one of the roles of family in physical maintenance?
Which aspect of family role focuses on companionship and meeting emotional needs?
Which aspect of family role focuses on companionship and meeting emotional needs?
According to Allen et al., 2000, how is a family characterized?
According to Allen et al., 2000, how is a family characterized?
What role does family play in relation to social mobility?
What role does family play in relation to social mobility?
Which of the following definitions focuses on a family as a social unit interacting with the larger society?
Which of the following definitions focuses on a family as a social unit interacting with the larger society?
Which of the following statements about family is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about family is incorrect?
What is a characteristic of healthy families regarding autonomy?
What is a characteristic of healthy families regarding autonomy?
Which of the following is a value taught by families with adolescents?
Which of the following is a value taught by families with adolescents?
What is an initial focus of families during a midlife reexamination?
What is an initial focus of families during a midlife reexamination?
How do healthy families cope with stress according to the content?
How do healthy families cope with stress according to the content?
What does 'paggalang' represent in traditional Filipino family values?
What does 'paggalang' represent in traditional Filipino family values?
What is a behavior associated with the middle generation in aging families?
What is a behavior associated with the middle generation in aging families?
Which of the following is NOT a trait of healthy families?
Which of the following is NOT a trait of healthy families?
What is a common theme during the midlife reexamination process?
What is a common theme during the midlife reexamination process?
What term is used in Filipino culture to show respect to elders?
What term is used in Filipino culture to show respect to elders?
Which traditional practice is commonly associated with healing in Filipino culture?
Which traditional practice is commonly associated with healing in Filipino culture?
What does 'pakikisama' primarily emphasize in Filipino culture?
What does 'pakikisama' primarily emphasize in Filipino culture?
What phrase is typically used to respectfully address an older sister in Filipino culture?
What phrase is typically used to respectfully address an older sister in Filipino culture?
Which herb is NOT commonly used in Hilot therapy?
Which herb is NOT commonly used in Hilot therapy?
In what way can younger family members show respect to older siblings?
In what way can younger family members show respect to older siblings?
What is a common attitude among Filipinos related to social acceptance?
What is a common attitude among Filipinos related to social acceptance?
What gesture is used to show respect when greeting or saying goodbye to elders?
What gesture is used to show respect when greeting or saying goodbye to elders?
What is identified as a primary function of the family?
What is identified as a primary function of the family?
Which subsystem of the family involves the dynamic between parents and children?
Which subsystem of the family involves the dynamic between parents and children?
What role does socialization play within a family?
What role does socialization play within a family?
According to the Family Life Cycle, what marks the beginning of a family?
According to the Family Life Cycle, what marks the beginning of a family?
What aspect of family function involves identifying health risks for the family group?
What aspect of family function involves identifying health risks for the family group?
How does the family serve in terms of status placement in society?
How does the family serve in terms of status placement in society?
Which is NOT considered a health task for families according to Freeman and Heinrich?
Which is NOT considered a health task for families according to Freeman and Heinrich?
What is a goal of improving nursing care in relation to family systems?
What is a goal of improving nursing care in relation to family systems?
Study Notes
Definition of Family
- Family is defined as a group of persons usually living together, connected by blood, marriage, or adoption (NSCB 2008).
- It serves as a social unit interacting with larger society (Johnson, 2000).
- Families can be formed through birth, marriage, adoption, or choice (Allen et al., 2000).
- Emotional bonds and sharing are key characteristics of families (Freidman et al., 2003).
Types of Family
- Nuclear Family: Consists of a husband, wife, and their immediate children.
- Dyad Family: Involves a husband and wife without children.
- Extended Family: Comprises three generations or more, including relatives like grandparents or married siblings.
- Blended Family: One or both spouses have children from previous relationships.
- Compound Family: A family structure where one man has multiple spouses.
- Cohabiting Family: An unmarried couple living together.
- Single Parent Family: Results from the death of a spouse, separation, or unplanned pregnancy.
- Gay or Lesbian Family: A family unit formed by a cohabiting same-sex couple.
Functions of the Family
- Procreation: Family remains fundamental for reproduction and raising children.
- Socialization: Families teach children how to become productive members of society.
- Status Placement: Families confer societal ranks that place members within social classes.
Family as a Client
- Community health nursing recognizes the family as a vital unit in health care, reflecting individual health within a family context.
- Families are crucial resources, providing care and support to each other.
- Dysfunction within a family unit can impact all members, highlighting the "ripple effect."
- Nurses can identify health risks and issues early through family involvement.
- Holistic nursing care improves when families are included in the care process.
Family as a System
- General System Theory explains family interactions with larger societal units and smaller internal units.
- Three major subsystems include:
- Parent-Child Subsystem: Defines parent-child relationships.
- Marital Subsystem: Focuses on the relationship between spouses.
- Sibling-Sibling Subsystem: Considers relationships among siblings.
Developmental Stages of the Family
- Beginning Family: Formation through marriage or commitment.
- Families with Adolescents: Involves shifts in autonomy and marital dynamics.
- Aging Families: Focus on maintenance of individual and couple functioning while adjusting to the aging process.
Traditional Filipino Family Values and Traits
- Paggalang (Respect): Emphasizes respect for elders, commonly expressed through language and gestures.
- Pakikisama (Helping Others): Reflects the Filipino value of community and social harmony.
Family Health Tasks
- Families play a key role in health promotion and disease prevention.
- Tasks include breastfeeding, providing nutritious diets, and facilitating medical care, such as regular health check-ups.
Traditional Health Care Practices in the Philippines
- Hilot: A traditional Filipino healing practice involving massage and the use of native herbs known for their therapeutic properties.
- Different manghihilot specialists include comadronas (post-natal massage experts) and acupressurists (who align nerves).
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This quiz covers key concepts from Week 4 of the Family Health Nursing course, focusing on the definition of family and its impact on community health. It is designed for 2nd year BS Nursing students in their first semester. Test your understanding of the social dynamics affecting family health.
