Identify three core family processes and areas of concern that require the attention of the nurse in ...

ANS:
Example of answers:
Communication: Family silence about a family illness or diagnosis.
Caregiving: Fatigue and stress with long-term care of a family member with a chronic illness.
Cathexis: Chronic sorrow, loss, and ambiguous loss.
Celebration: Loss with changes in celebration rituals.
Change: Family needing to make lifestyle change in diet or exercise.
Connectedness: Family lacks relationships with connections of extended family, friends, support groups, schools, religious affiliations, employers, and professionals.
Coordination: Family may have difficulties in making decisions about care of a family member.

Rationale:
A number of core family process and concerns emerge during a family illness experience. The nurse can have an impact and influence a variety of core processes by identifying concerns and directing nursing actions.