A nurse is teaching a class about emergency preparedness and violence. Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of being the victim of violence or intentional harm? Select all that apply
A. Age between 15 and 44
B. Poor mental health
C. Substance abuse
D. Male gender
E. Low socioeconomic status
ANS: A, B, C
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