The community health nurse wants to promote services that are available at a local free clinic for vulnerable populations within the community
Which client is considered vulnerable?
1. A married mother of two children.
2. A single male with a full time job.
3. A divorced female.
4. A married male veteran.
Correct Answer: 4
Vulnerable populations are groups that are not well integrated into the U.S. healthcare system because of racial, ethnic, cultural, economic, geographic, or health characteristics. Veterans have been identified as vulnerable population. The other clients listed are not classified as vulnerable.
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