A community health nurse wants to obtain an overview of the community,

A community health nurse wants to obtain an overview of the community, but has limited time and resources. Which of the following methods would the nurse most likely use to obtain this information?

a. Engage in a windshield survey
b. Establish a health department committee of community leaders willing to fill out periodic surveys related to various health issues in the community
c. Live in the community for several years
d. Review public health department records from up to 5 years ago

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ANS: A
The easiest way to obtain an overview of the community is through a windshield survey by driving or walking throughout the area and making organized observations. A group that is willing to respond to surveys and review public health records and that lives in the community would be very helpful but not easy or fast.