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Bryana Brown
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Which assessment finding indicates that the family processes were interrupted by the patient's illness?

A) The patient must now follow a gluten-free,low-carbohydrate diet.
B) The patient must use a walker for ambulation to prevent a fall or injury.
C) The patient's spouse had to return to work to maintain the family's income.
D) The patient must take three antihypertensive drugs to control high blood pressure

Family Processes

The dynamic interactions and patterns of behavior among family members that influence the functioning of the family as a whole.

Gluten-Free

A term describing foods or diets that do not contain gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, suitable for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

Low-Carbohydrate Diet

A dietary strategy focusing on reducing carbohydrate intake, often for weight loss or health reasons.

  • Understand the impact of illness on family processes.
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Eduardo CadamuroOct 25, 2024
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