The nurse learns that a patient of Hispanic culture has an income below the national poverty level. The nurse realizes that this patient is prone to experiencing which diseases of the poor?Select all that apply.Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
A. Tuberculosis
B. Malnutrition
C. Lead poisoning
D. Heart disease
E. Cancer
Answer: A
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The school nurse recommends to a family that they consider the use of an outpatient clinic for the upcoming tonsillectomy of their child because the advantages of this service are: (Select all that apply.)
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