A nurse is planning interventions that will be used when providing care for a rural client. Which of the following characteristics of rural life should the nurse anticipate? (Select all that apply.)
a. Lack of anonymity
b. Higher prevalence of high-risk occupations
c. Churches and schools as socialization centers
d. Preference for interacting with outsiders
e. Increased mobility
ANS: A, B, C
Characteristics of rural life include lack of anonymity, higher prevalence of high-risk occupations, churches and schools as socialization centers, and preference for interacting with members of own community. Those living in a rural community typically have decreased mobility.
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