Families Who Are Living in a Local Shelter State That

question 16

Multiple Choice

Families who are living in a local shelter state that they fear their children may be subject to abuse from other residents in the shelter. Which solution should the population health nurse recommend for this issue?

• A) Restrict who uses the shelter.
• B) Have a separate family area in the shelter.
• C) Search everyone who uses the shelter prior to entering.
• D) Force the children to stay with their parents at all times.

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