People in the community are feeling insecure and vulnerable because the neighborhood is considering closing one of the local elementary schools. Which of the following actions should a nurse take?
a. Ask the formal leader of the group to speak out against the closure.
b. Ask the informal leader to offer a rationale for the closure.
c. Offer help and support for those involved.
d. Offer to write legislators opposing the decision.
ANS: C
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