A public health nurse working with a family living in poverty recognizes that they are more likely to be exposed to environmental hazards because they have (select all that apply):
a. Limited funds to pay for health care
b. Poor nutrition
c. Homes located closer to hazardous waste sites
d. Less education
A, B, C
Families living in poverty are more likely to experience environmental justice issues such as dis-proportionate environmental exposures. Sub-standard housing, living closer to hazardous waste sites, working in more hazardous jobs, poorer nutrition, and less access to quality health care all contribute to this issue. Although limited education is related to poverty, it is not discussed as causing an increase in environmental exposure.
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A) urine specific gravity. B) skin integrity. C) bowel patterns. D) core body temperature.
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A) Crush the spansule and mix in a glass of juice. B) Break it in half along the scored line. C) Contact the pharmacist to find out whether an alternative drug exists. D) Open the spansule and combine contents with applesauce or custard.
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What will be an ideal response?