A nurse was asked to select an appropriate site for a nursing education program for adults in the community. Which of the following characteristics is most important in choosing the site?
a. Location in a building that does not charge rent for use of the space
b. Lots of room for participants to stand, walk around the room, and socialize with other participants
c. Accessibility to public transportation, location in a physically safe area, and accessibility for disabled participants
d. Location next to a police station, fire station, or other community resource
ANS: C
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