1. List some ideas the nurse could do to support Mrs. L.’s choice.

2. What does noticing this tension tell you about autonomy and family influence?

1. How can the nurse make sure Mrs. L.’s preference is heard immediately?

2. How might this situation affect how the nurse approaches future meals?

1. What are some ways the nurse can encourage Mrs. L. to participate without upsetting Kelly?

2. What does this tell you about balancing family involvement and patient independence?

1. How should the nurse handle the interruption to give Mrs. L. her chance to ask questions?

2. What could this interaction teach the nurse about planning medication education?

1. How can the nurse help Mrs. L. have a voice in the discussion?

2. What does this reveal about the family’s influence on patient decisions?

1. What’s a simple action the nurse can take to let Mrs. L. do the task safely?

2. What does this teach about negotiating independence with a protective family member?