A public health nurse (PHN) is performing a community assessment in order to reduce the childhood obesity rate in a community. What social determinants of health should the PHN examine? Select all that apply
A. Location of primary health providers
B. Nutrition and physical education classes in the public schools
C. Housing security
D. Presence of sidewalks within the community
E. Access to fresh produce
ANS: A, B, D, E
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