A nurse is working with a number of clients at a free clinic. Which client population is at a high risk for low levels of health care?
A) Undocumented immigrants
B) Men who have protected sex with men
C) Men who have sex with women
D) Teenagers
Answer: A
The term "vulnerable population" refers to groups of people in our culture who are at greater risk for diseases and reduced life span due to lack of resources and exposure to more risk factors. People may be made vulnerable by immigration status.
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