The Predisposing Factors Identified in Phase 3 of the PRECEDE-PROCEED

question 7

Multiple Choice

The predisposing factors identified in Phase 3 of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model are:

• A) internal influences that affect the likelihood of a person engaging in or avoiding a behavior.
• B) environmental factors that initiate specific risk-taking behavior.
• C) community characteristics that contribute to the existence of the problem behavior.
• D) family dynamics that correlate with developing unhealthy behaviors and practices.

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system comprising the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and transmitting information.

Meninges

Protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, comprising the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.

Spinal Cord

In vertebrates, the nerve cord that is continuous with the base of the brain and housed within the vertebral column.

Medulla Oblongata

In vertebrates, part of the brain stem that is continuous with the spinal cord; controls heartbeat, blood pressure, breathing, and other vital functions.