Asked by Carolyn Martinez on May 28, 2024
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Upon assessment the nurse finds the following: a 46-year-old immigrant patient from the Czech Republic has diabetes and hypertension and just recently moved in to live with a family member who must travel frequently.The patient speaks English very well.The community health nurse knows that this patient may be vulnerable because of which assessment finding?
A) Age
B) Immigration status
C) Diabetes
D) Language
Immigration Status
The legal condition determined by laws that define a person's residency and rights in a country that is not their native country.
Diabetes
A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood due to the body's inability to produce or use insulin effectively.
Hypertension
A medical condition characterized by high blood pressure, which can lead to cardiovascular diseases if not managed.
- Assess the vulnerability of individuals within a community based on multifaceted factors.
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Learning Objectives
- Assess the vulnerability of individuals within a community based on multifaceted factors.
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