The community health nurse can perform a type of community assessment called a windshield survey in some texts. This survey is a(n):
a. systematic assessment the nurse makes while driving through the community
b. count of all the broken and cracked windshields in the community
c. snapshot of people in the community in cars without seat belts fastened
d. informal count of the number of babies not in properly positioned car seats
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A Correct. A windsheld survey is a systematic assessment that is performed while the nurse travels through the community.
B Incorrect. The nurse should pay attention to the environment to assess risk factors for safety but this option is not included in the survey.
C Incorrect. The nurse should pay attention to the environment to assess risk factors for safety but this option is not included in the survey.
D Incorrect. The nurse should pay attention to the environment to assess risk factors for safety but this option is not included in the survey.
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