Question

A nurse in a community health center is counseling a family of two parents and two children. Which of the following statements by a family member indicates manipulative behavior?

A.If you do my homework for me, I won't bother you for the rest of the day.
B.Mom is always upset.
C.It's not the children's fault. It's mine.
D.It's your fault that we're having problems as a family.

Answer 1

The manipulative behavior is indicated by the statement a. 'If you do my homework for me, I won't bother you for the rest of the day.'

Step-by-step explanation:

Out of the given options, the statement that indicates manipulative behavior is A. If you do my homework for me, I won't bother you for the rest of the day.

This statement shows an attempt to manipulate someone into doing their homework by promising not to bother them in return. Manipulative behavior involves the use of tactics to take advantage of others and achieve personal gains.