A PHN working with a family living in poverty is concerned about their exposure to environmental hazards.Which of the following factors should the nurse consider that may put the family at risk? (Select all that apply.)

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Families living in poverty are more likely to experience environmental justice issues such as disproportionate environmental exposures.Substandard housing,living closer to hazardous waste sites,working in more hazardous jobs,poorer nutrition,and less access to quality health care all contribute to this issue.Although limited education is related to poverty,it is not discussed as causing an increase in environmental exposure.

A PHN Working with a Family Living in Poverty Is