Why Is Increasing the Number of Minority Nurses a Priority

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why is increasing the number of minority nurses a priority?

• A) The number of minority vs. non-minority nurses should be equal.
• B) Minority health care professionals who share the same culture may provide more effective care.
• C) The profession should be more diverse.
• D) Minority nurses can help the non-minority nurses who have minority patients.

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Definitions:

Pollutants

Substances introduced into the environment that cause harm or discomfort to the ecosystem or living organisms.

Nitrogen Dioxide

A toxic, reddish-brown gas that is part of the nitrogen oxides group, contributing to air pollution and respiratory issues.

Organic Compounds

Chemical compounds containing carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen atoms, along with other elements, widely found in living organisms.

Secondary Pollutants

Pollutants not emitted directly into the air, but formed when primary pollutants react or interact in the atmosphere.