A community/public health nurse is caring for clients living at a local homeless shelter. Which of the following would be most likely expected of many of the clients?
a. Many suffer from alcohol or drug abuse or are mentally ill.
b. Many are extremely violent and dangerous to be around.
c. Many receive free care at the local public health clinics.
d. Many suffer from acute illnesses resulting from exposure to weather extremes.
ANS: A
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