A new nurse requires further teaching when failing to identify which practice as a health disparity?
a. Annual mammogram
b. Early prenatal care
c. Blood pressure screening
d. Frequent fast food meals
ANS: D
Preventive care, screening, and health promotion activities are not considered health disparities. Examples include mammograms, prenatal care, and blood pressure checks. Frequent fast food meals, containing high fat content, is considered a health disparity due to possible lack of money or access to healthy meals.
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