Many variables influence a patient's health beliefs and practices. Internal and external variables influence how a person thinks and acts. An example of an internal variable would be
a. Perception of functioning.
b. Family practices.
c. Socioeconomic factors.
d. Cultural background.
ANS: A
Internal variables include a person's developmental stage, intellectual background, perception of functioning, and emotional and spiritual factors. External variables influencing a person's health beliefs and practices include family practices, socioeconomic factors, and cultural background.
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