Which of the Following Is NOT a Factor in People's

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a factor in people's perceived threat of illness or injury

• A) perceived seriousness of the health problem
• B) perceived susceptibility of the health problem
• C) reminders or alerts regarding a health problem
• D) unrealistic optimism

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.

Carotid Baroreceptors

Sensory nerve endings located in the carotid artery that detect changes in blood pressure and help regulate it.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

The ninth cranial nerve, responsible for sensory and motor functions in the throat and back of the tongue.

Sympathetic Nerve

The sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses during perceived threats.