Which one of the following statements made by a student would the nurse educator recognize as evidence that a student understands the health continuum?
A) The distinction between health and illness is well demarcated.
B) Illness refers to a state of being relatively unhealthy.
C) The term health is limited to reflect an individual's state.
D) Treatment of acute conditions reflects the current focus of health care.
Ans: B
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