A group of community health nurses is using the Stages of Change model as the foundation of a new health promotion campaign for older adults. What goal for the participants are the nurses likely to promote when working with older adults in the program?
A) A recognition of the importance of screening for common health problems
B) Increased participation in exercise programs and an awareness of the relationship between exercise and wellness
C) The replacement of participants' unhealthy behaviors with healthy behaviors
D) An awareness of the differences between life expectancy and active life expectancy
Ans: C
The primary focus of the Stages of Change model is on replacing unhealthy behaviors with healthy behaviors. This may include awareness of screening, exercise, and wellness, but the main priority is health-related behaviors.
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