Why Is It Important for Nurses to Understand the Premises

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why is it important for nurses to understand the premises of environmental health?

• A) Nurses should be able to assess risks and advocate for policies that support healthy environments.
• B) Toxicologists often consult nurses about environmental pollutants.
• C) Pollutant exposures such as lead are reported by nurses to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
• D) Many Americans live in areas that do not meet current national air quality standards.

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Definitions:

Emotional Regulation

The skill of handling and responding to emotional events in a positive and effective fashion.

Responsive

Being quick to react or respond to stimuli or to changes in the environment.

Dismissive

Showing little regard; scornful or contemptuous, often implying a rejection or disregard.

Emotional Management

The ability to identify, understand, and regulate one’s own emotions and to respond appropriately to the emotions of others.