The nurse is on a panel at a conference discussing poverty and health care for those living below the poverty level. Statements the nurse must include are:

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The nurse should mention the definition of the poverty level as it gives context to the discussion. Additionally, it is important to highlight that women and children are disproportionately affected by poverty in the U.S. and that certain demographic factors such as female-headed households and race can increase the likelihood of children living in poverty. However, the statement that parental race does not affect the level of poverty is incorrect as research has shown that certain racial/ethnic groups are more likely to experience poverty. The statement that the greatest number of people living under the poverty level are elderly is also not entirely accurate, as the poverty rate for older adults has been decreasing in recent years.

The Nurse Is on a Panel at a Conference Discussing