After a natural disaster hits the community, a grassroots organization is formed to improve conditions post-recovery. The nurse joins the organization and volunteers to contact public officials about the organization's concerns. This role is best describe
1. Politician.
2. Activist.
3. Citizen.
4. Researcher.
Answer: 2
Explanation: 2. Though this is a role of citizen, through speaking out on policy issues and becoming acquainted with elected officials, the nurse is displaying the role of activist. Contacting public officials and joining relevant coalitions is a political activist role.
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