The population health nurse receives a report identifying the number and types of injuries reported by women who work in a clothing manufacturing company. What should the nurse encourage the female employees to do to reduce the frequency of injuries
at work? (Select all that apply.)
1. Set realistic goals.
2. Report safety hazards.
3. Limit the intake of alcohol.
4. Monitor response to exercise.
5. Use personal protective equipment.
Answer: 2, 5
Explanation: 2. In the work setting, population health nurses can encourage women to report safety hazards and foster personal preventive measures such as the use of safety gear and protective devices. Setting realistic goals and monitoring response to exercise would apply to physical activity. Limiting alcohol intake would address a physiological determinant of health.
5. In the work setting, population health nurses can encourage women to report safety hazards and foster personal preventive measures such as the use of safety gear and protective devices. Setting realistic goals and monitoring response to exercise would apply to physical activity. Limiting alcohol intake would address a physiological determinant of health.
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