The nurse is identifying ways to support the 2020 National Health Goals during the upcoming preschool health screening program. What should the nurse include when conducting the program? (Select all that apply.)
A) Conduct vision tests.
B) Conduct hearing tests.
C) Listen to heart sounds.
D) Measure gait and balance.
E) Review immunizations received.
A, B, E
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To support the 2020 National Health Goals related to health assessment of children, the nurse should participate actively in health assessment, including vision and hearing, and screening for and administering vaccines. Listening to heart sounds and measuring gait and balance do not support the 2020 National Health Goals related to health assessment of children.
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