A nurse is caring for vulnerable populations in a local community. Which patients will the nurse care for in this community? (Select all that apply.)
A) A 47-year-old immigrant who speaks only Spanish
B) A 35-year-old living in own home
C) A 22-year-old pregnant woman
D) A 40-year-old schizophrenic
E) A 15-year-old rape victim

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Individuals living in poverty, older adults, people who are homeless, immigrant populations, individuals in abusive relationships (rape), substance abusers, and people with severe mental illnesses (schizophrenic) are examples of vulnerable populations. Middle-aged people living in their own home are not an example of a vulnerable population. Pregnancy is not an example of a vulnerable population.

A Nurse Is Caring for Vulnerable Populations in a Local