A nurse is organizing a round table presentation at a conference. The nurse asks the other participants for suggestions on actions that nurses can take to reduce national health disparities
Which of the following suggestions are known to be effective measures for the reduction of health disparities?
Select all that apply.
A. Volunteer with an international organization that supports building infrastructure in underdeveloped areas.
B. Support initiatives that increase physical education classes and healthy school meals.
C. Design and create research studies that address inequities and support vulnerable populations.
D. Discuss social and health disparity information with coworkers to promote awareness.
E. Act as advocates for patients, families, and communities in reducing inequities.
ANS: B, C, D, E
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1. Should not be given to children because it has a high occurrence of allergic reactions. 2. Is too strong of an antibiotic for a child. 3. Should be reserved for only severe cases. 4. Is appropriate for this infection, and all doses should be taken as prescribed to be effective.
For which diagnosis would the nurse administer a sulfonamide?
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