A group of nurses is attending a presentation on nurses and policy and politics. Which of the following would the nurses expect to hear related to nurses and their involvement?
A) Should not be involved in contemporary politics because it diverts their energy away from caring for patients
B) Have both a professional and a moral obligation, as providers with the closest perspective on patients, to see that patients' best interests are represented in health care policy decisions
C) Do not have the knowledge, experience, or desire needed to be an integral force in health care policymaking
D) Have little political influence because grassroots activity is rarely recognized by legislators as important
Ans: B) Have both a professional and a moral obligation, as providers with the closest perspective on patients, to see that patients' best interests are represented in health care policy decisions
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