Which of the Following Statements Describes Health Beliefs and Health

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes health beliefs and health education as a predisposing factor of utilization?

• A) Patients who may have had negative experiences with physicians or nurses may resist seeking care for self-diagnosed minor illnesses.
• B) Health beliefs and education have significant impact on utilization of preventive care services.
• C) Patients who have had poor experiences in hospital ERs may resist seeking care again without serious cause.
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision-making processes but sometimes lead to biased or inaccurate judgments.

Intentions

Planned or desired outcomes that an individual seeks to achieve through specific actions.

Actions

Behaviours or deeds performed by individuals in response to external or internal stimuli.

Conformists

Individuals who comply with group norms or standards.