Of the following list of patients,which would be considered at high risk to be members of a vulnerable population?
A) An immigrant who speaks only Chinese
B) An Hispanic truck driver who speaks limited English
C) A 22-year-old pregnant woman
D) A 15-year-old rape victim
E) A 40-year-old schizophrenic

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For some immigrants,access to health care is limited because of language barriers and lack of benefits,resources,and transportation.Immigrant populations face multiple diverse health issues that cities,counties,and states need to address.These health care needs pose significant legal and policy issues.For some immigrants,access to health care is limited because of language barriers and lack of benefits,resources,and transportation.Low-risk mothers and babies usually are not considered vulnerable populations unless other factors are noted.Physical,emotional,and sexual abuse (such as rape),as well as neglect,is a major public health problem affecting older adults,women,and children.When a patient has a severe mental illness such as schizophrenia,multiple health and socioeconomic problems will need to be explored.

Of the Following List of Patients,which Would Be Considered at High