A nurse is advocating for improved disease prevention and health promotion within the local community. Which of the following interventions would the nurse most likely implement?
a. Educate community members about the violence rates that exist within the community.
b. Administer flu shots for elderly at a local senior citizens center.
c. Participate in a disaster planning committee within the community.
d. Talk with a state legislator about improved access to health care for the uninsured and underinsured.
Answer: d. Talk with a state legislator about improved access to health care for the uninsured and underinsured.
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a. 1989 c. 1994 b. 1992 d. 1998