A public health nurse is concerned about some specific issues that are occurring in the local community and would like to see positive changes occur to improve the situation. Which is the best way for any nurse to advocate for change and exert power?

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A major way in which nurses have been successful with advocacy is through membership in their professional nursing organization. Influencing policy may be achieved by obtaining advanced education, running for a state congressional seat, or becoming a member of a local not-for-profit agency board of directors. Influencing policy is not the same as advocating.

A Public Health Nurse Is Concerned About Some Specific Issues