Which is true of nursing and politics?
1. Nurses have little political influence.
2. Nurses have been involved in politics for years.
3. Politics in a new arena for nursing.
4. There is no reason for nurses to be involved in politics.
Correct Answer: 2
Nurses must be aware of their political influence, which is substantial. Nurses have been involved in the political arena from the days of Nightingale. Nurses should be involved in politics to influence policies regarding health care issues.
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