The nurse suspects that a family is experiencing a developmental crisi

The nurse suspects that a family is experiencing a developmental crisis. What is occurring within the family for the nurse to make this clinical decision?

1. Oldest daughter getting married.
2. Grandfather diagnosed with an illness.
3. Uncle recently passed away.
4. The home was damaged by a tornado a week ago.

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Answer: 1
Explanation: 1. A developmental crisis is viewed as a “normal” transition point where old patterns of communication and old roles must be exchanged for new patterns and roles. Every family experiences developmental crisis points, whether or not a crisis is actually experienced. Examples of transition periods when developmental crises may occur include marriage. Examples of situational crises (when the family experiences an event that is sudden, unexpected, and unpredictable) are illness, accidents, death, and natural disasters.