A community/public health nurse is working for a local health department. Which of the following would be an appropriate goal for the nurse?
a. Assessing clients in their own home environment
b. Caring for whole families, not just individuals
c. Improving health over the long term for families
d. Striving for social betterment
ANS: D
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