A nurse was debating about which approach to use to both obtain data a

A nurse was debating about which approach to use to both obtain data about community needs and encourage community participation in their resolution. Which of the following approaches would be most effective in meeting both goals?

a. A community forum, open to all interested residents of the community
b. A community survey mailed to all residents
c. Establishing focus groups with selected participants
d. Conducting in-depth interviews with select community residents

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: C
All of the responses would be helpful in obtaining information about the community. However, only focus groups promote group interaction and encourage further participation in planning solutions to identified problems.