A nursing instructor has been discussing abuse with a group of students. Which statement by a student indicates a need for further education?
A) "Factors that contribute to abuse in families include unemployment, substance abuse, and chronic illness."
B) "Many abused children grow up and abuse their own children."
C) "Changing abusive patterns is easy once they are detected."
D) "Abuse can happen in any socioeconomic status."
Ans: C
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