Why is it important for public health nurses to be very knowledgeable concerning the establishment and revision of legislation and policy?
A. They are the only ones with expertise in community health care needs.
B. They can easily determine the needs of others and the priority of any care needed.
C. They can effectively communicate between various stakeholder groups and legislators.
D. They recognize when legislation is passed without funds to implement the program.
ANS: C
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