When assessing members of a vulnerable population, which of the following should the community health nurse realize is their primary need?
a. Obtaining a culturally competent assessment
b. Receiving food security
c. Providing a comfortable, nonthreatening environment
d. Assessing for indications of mental or physical abuse
C
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A Obtaining a culturally competent assessment is not the primary need.
B Receiving food security is not the primary need.
C When assessing members of a vulnerable population, it is important to create a comfortable, nonthreatening environment. The nurse may only have one opportunity to work with the vulnerable person or family. Creating a comfortable and nonthreatening environment will encourage the client to participate in the assessment.
D Assessing for indications of mental or physical abuse is important but is not the primary need.
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