WHAT IS ADEFINITION OF FAMILY THAT ENCOMPASSES THE DIFFERENT FAMILY STRUCTURES PREVALENT TODAY? NRS 429
WHAT IS ADEFINITION OF FAMILY THAT ENCOMPASSES THE DIFFERENT FAMILY STRUCTURES PREVALENT TODAY? NRS 429
Topic 2 DQ 1
What is a definition of family that encompasses the different family structures prevalent today? Discuss the importance of acknowledging nontraditional family structures. Explain how family systems theory can be used to better understand the interactions of a modern family (traditional or nontraditional).
Share an inspiration story, quote, bible reference, spiritual poem, prayer, etc. that helps you focus or get through your day.
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be ignited.” – Plutarch
I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me
This is a favorite “life verse” of mine. I actually had it read at my Graduation from Nursing School in 1993. It is a very inspirational scripture because we know that we can do anything with the help of Jesus Christ. He certainly gives us strength in the difficult moments. I am very grateful for this verse.
I think that Romans 8:28 is one of my most inspirational Scriptures to share. “For we know that all things work together for good, to them who love God, to them who are the called, according to His purpose.” (The Holy Bible, KJV.)
This verse speaks to things working out, so it has a positive outlook. It also lets us know that things are still working out, even when they seem to be failing. This is where real Faith comes in. Knowing that God is going to work anything out and that we should never give up, because we are THE CALLED. We are the people that He has called to do His good works.
Reference:
The Holy Bible, KJV.
· Maria Nakyanzi
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 7, 2022, 9:54 PM
my motto for this stage in my life is to simple take it one day at a time and be quick to let go of things that make me mad and I can’t do much about them and try to be honest with my self as much as possible. I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me Philippians 4:13
· Amber Jones
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 8, 2022, 5:24 PM
The Serenity Prayer
God, grant me the Serenity
To accept the things I cannot change…
Courage to change the things I can,
And Wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time,
Enjoying one moment at a time,
Accepting hardship as the pathway to peace.
Taking, as He did, this sinful world as it is,
Not as I would have it.
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His will.
That I may be reasonably happy in this life,
And supremely happy with Him forever in the next.
Amen.
· Oluchi Osueke
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 9, 2022, 1:19 AM
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for thou art with me.
· Kate Famularo
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 9, 2022, 12:42 PM
I have two:
“Faith is being sure of what we hope for, and certain of what we do not see.”
Hebrews 11:1
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass…It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”
Vivian Greene
Cyndi Kelley
Oct 6, 2022, 12:03 PM
The family certainly has an important role in facilities treatment of patients, since it can provide effective psychological and emotional support to patients undergoing treatment within any given facility. Additionally, the role of family and friends is not only important for adults but also for the younger generations. Consequently, the facilities staff needs to maintain continuous communication with parents and relatives of patients, and provide them with the appropriate information concerning the condition and progress of their loved one and how they are progressing throughout the therapeutic regime. This method will help provide more effective and holistic care support for the patient.
How have you seen a holistic approach to incorporating family into the care process work in your own situations?
Moses Belewa
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 6, 2022, 6:44 PM
Dr. K,
It is true that the staff of a given facility will need to maintain continuous communication with the parents and relatives of patients concerning the progress ad and condition of the patient. However, with HIPPA nurses or staff of the facility can only provide information to relatives of the patient if the patient chooses for that information to be shared with them otherwise it will be a breach of the HIPPA law. Nurses can only share patients’ health information/condition if the patient gives permission for such information to be given to members of their family. For patients who give permission to nurses or providers to share their health information to their loved ones, it always brings about positive health outcomes when members of the family are familiar with what is going on with their loved one and are actively involved in the care of their family member. Currently, my mother has Kaiser Permanente insurance, she lives with my older brother who is not a nurse, my brother and I are listed as her emergency contacts and care providers. She speaks very limited English and she is not health literate and she relies on me to decide and make suggestions when it comes to her health. Anytime anyone of us call to schedule her appointments, the Kaiser Rep will verify our identity and will request to put our mom on the phone as well. One of us will have to take her for her appointments and because we are involved in her care, she feels very confident and comfortable and she is satisfied with the medical care that she is receiving.
· Mabel Onoh
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 7, 2022, 12:12 AM
Communication between the patient treatment facility and the family is a major source of emotional support for the family. In our NICU, parents are provided with the opportunity to watch their babies via zoom. They call whenever they want, to see their baby and they communicate with nurses about their child’s progress. They are encouraged to call for their babies around feeding times or bath times and be part of it. The parents love doing that and it gives other members of the family the opportunity to see their baby.
· Amber Jones
replied toMabel Onoh
Oct 7, 2022, 6:57 PM
Hello Mabel, that is a great response. I work in the OR and I definitely know how it is to have great communication with the patient and family. I give the family an update about the patient every hour when we start the procedure. Having communication with the family give them comfort about their family member. Had there been a time where you didn’t have a chance to communicate with the family?
· Mabel Onoh
replied toAmber Jones
Oct 13, 2022, 7:12 PM
NICU is different in arrangement. Babies are in isolettes and are under observation around the clock. There are nurses at all times to attend to any need from the parents. If parents call when their baby’s nurse is not there, the charge nurse will always assist them after proper identification of course.
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· Elda Pierre
replied toCyndi Kelley
Oct 7, 2022, 8:04 AM
Great, the family is the key to healthcare wellness for the patient, the family represents advocacy in the healthcare community, a patient who does not have family in the facility the improvement or stay in the facility is different for those who have family in the facility. As Nurses and professional providers In order to provide equity of care, we must recognize that each individual we serve has unique and diverse beliefs, cultural experiences, and needs. In addition, we must also recognize that our colleagues culturally and others we work with having culturally diverse beliefs. The most significant problem in the facility is the barriers to the delivery of culturally diverse sensitive care language barriers, one of the members of the family should be there for interpretation. Being culturally competent requires compassion and a more profound and ardent commitment to our patients, their families, and our communities.
