Social Justice Refers to Providing Humane Care and Social Support

question 1

Multiple Choice

Social justice refers to providing humane care and social support for the most disadvantaged members of society. How can nurses promote social justice? Nurses can:

• A) Contact lawmakers about the hazards of being a vulnerable person
• B) Assist in homeless shelters to promote the health and well-being of residents
• C) Function as advocates for policy changes to improve social, economic, and environmental factors that predispose vulnerable populations to poor health
• D) Refer to Healthy People 2010 for guidance in social policy mandates

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Definitions:

Gametophyte

The haploid phase in the life cycle of plants and algae that produces gametes for sexual reproduction.

Pollen Grain

The immature male gametophyte of seed plants (gymnosperms and angiosperms) that produces sperm capable of fertilization.

Microsporocytes

Cells in plants that undergo meiosis to produce microspores, which eventually develop into male gametophytes or pollen grains.

Strobili

Strobili are reproductive structures in plants, especially conifers and ferns, that resemble cones or simple spikes and are composed of scales or bracts.