The community health nurse is adapting a program for vulnerable and marginalized populations. Which overarching goal for Healthy People 2020 directly applies to the issue of health disparity?

A) Eliminate preventable disease, disability, injury, and premature death.
B) Create social and physical environments that promote good health for all.
C) Promote healthy development and healthy behaviors across every stage of life.
D) Achieve health equity, eliminate disparities, and improve the health of all groups.


Ans: D
An overarching goal for HP 2020 directly applies to the issue of health disparity. The goal is "to achieve health equity, eliminate disparities, and improve the health of all groups."

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