Family Assessment and Genetic Flashcards
What is the definition of family?
There is not true definition of family, it is a dynamic term that is ever changing and personal to every patient
What is nursing ontology?
It is the way we do it
Is everyone’s concept of family the same?
No, everyone has their own concept of family
What is a strong indicator for disease risk in a family?
Shared family environments
When assessing a patient, should the family be included?
Yes, family should be an active participant in the healthcare process
When assessing family history, what is a possible hesitation for patients to disclose family history?
Fear of health insurance discrimination
When is National Family History Day?
Thanksgiving
What is an important aspect of family assessment?
Cultural competence
When we educate ourselves, are knowledgeable, and recognize cultural competence, can we provide a higher quality of patient centered care?
Yes
When obtaining a family history, will you get all the information in one visit?
No, family history and family context will continue to evolve and rarely occur in one visit
When the family communicates, does this help with functioning of the family?
Yes, the family communication is a key determinant in the functioning of the family
What is a tool that has been implemented in DNA machinery?
A proofreading function
