The Nurse Studying the Image of Nursing in Society Would

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse studying the image of nursing in society would conclude that: (Select all that apply.)

• A) gender roles still strongly drive nursing image and perception.
• B) portrayal in the popular media affects nursing's image.
• C) racial and ethnic stereotypes drive viewpoints of caregiving.
• D) society's view of nursing helps to create media images.
• E) the status of women strongly influences societal perceptions.

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