What is an advantage of the holistic view of health valued by nurses?
a. Altering an individual's health beliefs to promote health
b. Identifying a state of optimal role functioning
c. Focusing on the interrelationship of all parts of a whole person
d. Emphasizing the environment
ANS: C
A
Holism has nothing to do with altering health beliefs.
B
Holism is more than just optimal role functioning.
C
When viewing health holistically, individual health practices are taken into account along with other aspects of the individual.
D
Holism sees the environment as part of the person and contributing to his or her health.
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