A nurse administrator is teaching staff about populations at risk for poor health outcomes in an attempt to decrease health inequities in the hospital
Which of the following groups does the nurse administrator mention are at higher risk for poor health outcomes related to health disparities?
Select all that apply.
A. People who carry private health insurance
B. Families receiving public assistance
C. African Americans
D. Native Americans
E. The middle class
ANS: B, C, D
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