Family Structural Theory

            The act of raising children is a challenging function for Susie additional to the role of providing care to the patient.  In the situation of Susie, a nurse would thus look for the signs of fatigue from the care provider.  So that the caregiver can sustain the motivation of providing the necessary care to the patient as well as raise her own family, ensure is therefore required that time allocation on a weekly basis is made. This timing should, therefore, include activities which will ensure that mental relaxation is achieved such as exercising and engaging in a hobby (Black, & Chitty, 2014).  The nurse is thus necessitated to evaluate that Susie who is the care provider is able to handle stress by offering adequate and suitable counseling which are objected to stress management.

            The nurse is additionally required to evaluate the requirements of all the individuals in the family. This will, therefore, help the nurse in developing plans where the individuals can cooperate in order to offer some aid in helping the patient (Black, & Chitty, 2014).  The kids should, therefore, be evaluated to ensure that theory is emotional, physically as well as mentally okay. In addition, it would be beneficial to encourage them to be involved in activities in order to avoid the sensation of resentment from the divided attention of Susie.

            In enhancing health in this family the particular nurse can use family theories and provide education to the family via health informatics (Finkelman, & Kenner, 2016). Despite the illness, the family can be urged to stick as one and enjoy quality moments.  The nurse can make suggestions to the family to utilize community-based resources by emphasizing how significant being involved in less stressful moments is crucial (Finkelman, & Kenner, 2016).  Moreover, in developing decisions, Susie does not necessary to consult the emotions of her patient mother in developing decisions.

 

            References

            Black, B. P., & Chitty, K. K. (2014). Professional nursing: Concepts & challenges. St. Louis, Mo: Elsevier.

            Finkelman, A. W., & Kenner, C. (2016). Professional nursing concepts: Competencies for quality leadership.