Which of the following would an occupational and environmental health nurse need to keep in mind when selecting the field of nursing?
A) The workplace is very similar to a health care institution.
B) The nurse focuses on health not workforce productivity.
C) Production or service is a primary goal.
D) The nurse functions in a supervisory position.
Ans: C
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