Which characteristic would the nurse assess in a family experiencing multi-generational poverty?
A. Repeated cycles of decreased educational opportunities leading to poorer income potential and poorer health outcomes
B. Members not wishing to improve their life circumstances
C. Decreased interest by lawmakers in reducing poverty circumstances
D. Increased government efforts to provide money to improve incomes
Answer: A
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