Before using a new pamphlet about dengue prevention in a community, what should the nurse do first?
Correct answer: B. Pretest it with members of the target community
- A. Distribute it to all households immediately
- B. Pretest it with members of the target community
- C. Translate it into several languages without testing
- D. Add more medical terms for technical accuracy
Explanation
Pretesting shows whether the intended audience understands the words, pictures and instructions. It can also identify cultural problems before the material is widely distributed. Immediate distribution may spread unclear or unsuitable messages.
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