The population health nurse is working with city council members to identify environmental factors that negatively impact the health of community members. Which factors should the nurse call to the attention of the council members? (Select all that apply
1. Urban sprawl.
2. Gang violence.
3. Green space in communities.
4. Organized recreation programs.
5. Disparities in socioeconomic status.
Answer: 1, 2, 5
Explanation: 1. Factors that negatively impact health include urban sprawl; disparities in socioeconomic status, and gang violence. Green space in communities can contribute to exercise and mental relaxation, which improve health. Organized recreation programs can provide creative outlets for the community members, which improves health.
2. Factors that negatively impact health include urban sprawl; disparities in socioeconomic status, and gang violence. Green space in communities can contribute to exercise and mental relaxation, which improve health. Organized recreation programs can provide creative outlets for the community members, which improves health.
5. Factors that negatively impact health include urban sprawl; disparities in socioeconomic status, and gang violence. Green space in communities can contribute to exercise and mental relaxation, which improve health. Organized recreation programs can provide creative outlets for the community members, which improves health.
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