The community health nurse learns that there are statistically high levels of obesity and elevated cholesterol in the community
In addition, the community has a disproportionately high number of fast food restaurants, compared with surrounding communities. Which would be the most appropriate next step, based on these data?
A) Gather support in the community to ban fast foods
B) Gather further information regarding trans fats
C) Target education and support programs
D) Create local exercise programs
Ans: C
Feedback:
Information such as that gathered in the scenario above is best used to help target education and support programs that can help members of populations obtain the information they need to make health promotion decisions. In addition, it helps ensure access to reasonably inexpensive screening and follow-up. The other answers do not thoroughly address the root causes of high cholesterol and obesity.
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