A Community Health Nurse Is Testing the Theory of Locus

question 17

Multiple Choice

A community health nurse is testing the theory of locus of control (LOC) . Which of the following clients demonstrates the internal control concept of this theory?

• A) A client who relies on information from the local hospital for his or her health needs.
• B) A client who allows the primary care provider to make all the decisions.
• C) A client who does not make any decisions without his or her spouse's input.
• D) A client who takes an active role in all health decisions.

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