How did Florence Nightingale help bring about community health nursing? (Select all that apply.)
a. She convinced socially prominent wealthy women to volunteer to give care.
b. She focused on all soldiers and their environment.
c. She interacted with each individual person, assessing his or her needs and acting to meet those needs.
d. She kept careful records on what was done and what were the results.
ANS: B, D
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