A nurse is working as an occupational nurse with a coal mining company. The nurse frequently observes workers sitting next to the entrance of the mine and eating lunch. The nurse knows that this poses a serious health risk
How should the nurse proceed?
A. Speak with several workers to see why they are eating next to the entrance of the mine.
B. Have management install hand-washing stations next to the entrance so workers can wash their hands before eating.
C. Establish a break room in a portable trailer so that workers have a place to go eat lunch.
D. Host a wellness seminar so that the nurse can provide information to the workers.
ANS: A
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