When considering the primary goal of the local health department, which intervention should the nurse implement?
A) Investigate an outbreak of measles in a local preschool
B) Identifying the appropriate treatment for a teen diagnosed with hepatitis
C) Inspecting the meat being served at a local restaurant
D) Enrolling a pregnant woman in a nutritional supplement program

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The primary goal of a local health department is to protect and promote the health of the community. Investigating an outbreak of measles aligns with this goal as it involves controlling the spread of infectious diseases within the community.

When Considering the Primary Goal of the Local Health Department