Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.-Margaret Mead OBJECTIVES 1. Investigate advocacy as a means to improve the safety and quality of healthcare delivery.2. Demonstrate the competencies needed to be an advocate in different healthcare settings.3. Describe the relationship of social justice and ethics to the work of advocacy.4. Discuss the public's view of nursing in healthcare advocacy.
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