A nurse reads the local community newspaper to gather data about the community. Which method of data collection is being used?
A) Informant interview
B) Focus group
C) Participant observation
D) Windshield survey

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Reading a local community newspaper to gather data is an example of participant observation, where the nurse is indirectly observing or participating in the community's activities and culture through the lens of the newspaper. This method allows for the collection of data on community events, issues, and the general atmosphere without direct interaction.

A Nurse Reads the Local Community Newspaper to Gather Data