The community health nurse is planning a program for a group of African American older adult clients. Which fact should the nurse include in the presentation?
1. The prevalence of overnutrition is greatest in African American males.
2. Hypertension is highest in the African American population.
3. Adults living at the poverty line have the greatest risk for undernutrition.
4. Iron deficiency anemia is a prevalent problem in the African American population.
Correct Answer: 2
Hypertension is highest in the African American population. The prevalence of overnutrition is highest in the Mexican American male. The risk for overnutrition is most associated with a lower socioeconomic status and reduced levels of education. Iron deficiency anemia is not documented as a prevalent problem in the African American population.
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