A community health nurse who will be working with a homeless population is planning care. Which of the following would the nurse need to do first?
A) Develop trust with the population
B) Clarify personal values and beliefs
C) Focus on the issue of homelessness
D) Visit the local shelter where the clients are
Ans: B
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