What Are Common Beliefs and Practices Associated with the North

question 2

Multiple Choice

What are common beliefs and practices associated with the North American (Western) professional healthcare system? Select all that apply.

• A) Values emphasize individualism and self-reliance.
• B) Health is defined as living in harmony with nature.
• C) Health is defined as absence or minimization of disease.
• D) Reliance is on the biomedical system.

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Definitions:

Sociocultural Factors

External factors including method and style of communications, religions, values and ideologies, education standards, and social structure.

Labor Laws

Regulations governing the relationship between employers and employees, focusing on rights, duties, and standards in the workplace.

Born Global

Companies that engage in international expansion soon after starting in a domestic market.

Natural Resources

Raw materials and components provided by nature that can be utilized for economic gain.