A rural nurse is planning a community health event and explains to the sponsors that the focus needs to be the most common health problems faced in the area, which include
a. diabetes and premature birth.
b. heart failure and stroke.
c. lung disease and stroke.
d. liver disease and cancer.
B
Rates for chronic medical conditions such as hypertension, vascular disease (including stroke), diabetes, and some cancers are higher in many rural regions compared with urban areas. The nurse needs to focus efforts on combating these diseases.
Diabetes is a common health problem in rural areas, but with a majority older population, obstetrical problems are not as pressing. Stroke is a pressing health problem in rural areas, but lung disease is not one of the highest ranking problems.
Some cancers are seen at a high rate in rural areas, but liver disease is not a common problem.
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