What actions might a nurse want to take to help decrease violence against women? Select all that apply
A. Conduct public health campaigns about violence.
B. Educate colleagues about the effects of violence against women.
C. Establish appropriate outcome measures.
D. Fight to publicize victim health records so others know the damage abusers cause.
E. Help create appropriate protocol and documentation guidelines with local agencies.
F. Support accreditation requirements for appropriate violence care.
ANS: A, B, C, E, F
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