A nurse is using health status indicators to complete a community assessment. Which of the following best explains what the nurse is doing?
A) Interviewing key informants in the community
B) Examining morbidity and mortality rates in the community
C) Surveying local businesses in the community
D) Observing community members

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Health status indicators often include morbidity (illness) and mortality (death) rates, which provide valuable insights into the health conditions and challenges faced by a community. By examining these rates, the nurse is assessing the overall health status of the community.

A Nurse Is Using Health Status Indicators to Complete a Community