A nurse is reading an article about the advantages of online support groups. Which information would the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply.
A) The groups are highly diverse in their perspectives.
B) Anonymity allows for the discussion of sensitive issues.
C) Messages can be carefully thought out before they are posted.
D) Most interactions occur synchronously.
E) Membership is not restricted by time or geography.

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Online support groups offer several advantages, including diversity in perspectives due to the wide range of participants (A), the ability to discuss sensitive issues more freely due to anonymity (B), the opportunity to think through and carefully craft messages before posting (C), and the lack of restrictions by time or geography, allowing anyone from anywhere to join at any time (E). Option D is incorrect because most online interactions, especially in forums or message boards, occur asynchronously, meaning not in real-time.

A Nurse Is Reading an Article About the Advantages of Online