A nurse has been called to visit a community specifically for older adults (aged 55 and over) where there has been a dramatic rise in gonorrhea infections. What is the first step?
A. Establish a display in the community center with educational materials about safe sex and free condoms.
B. Speak with the individuals involved and determine the source of the infection.
C. Organize a community wide meeting to discuss why safe sex practices are important even though pregnancy is no longer a concern.
D. Perform a community assessment to see what interventions might be needed in the community.
ANS: D
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