Why is it especially important for the public health nurse giving direct care to clients to know federal legislation?
A. Such knowledge will allow the nurse to inform clients of existing federal programs for which the client may be eligible.
B. The nurse may then be aware of new employment opportunities.
C. The nurse must uphold the law unless the federal and state laws are in conflict.
D. The nurse will better be able to protect himself/herself from "nuisance" suits by knowing all the legal safeguards.
ANS: A
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