A nurse is planning to host a health screening at a large urban mall. Which of the following variables will help the nurse determine which screenings should be included? (Select all that apply.)
a. Adequate space for persons to lie down after testing until side effects are reduced
b. Health problems for which the specific population is at risk
c. Whether adequate privacy can be obtained for the invasive or embarrassing procedures
d. Whether health care providers are available to follow up on any positive screening results
ANS: B, D
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