Before Beginning to Survey the Community to Assess Its Health

Multiple Choice

Before beginning to survey the community to assess its health needs and strengths,the nurse reviews various documents,including local statistical data and the minutes of the previous meeting of the health care agency.Which of the following best explains why the nurse would start with this activity?

A) To avoid confronting the community until the nurse is thoroughly oriented
B) To become familiar with previous goals and priorities of the agency
C) To help get a better understanding of the assigned community
D) To save time and effort and perhaps have new insights