An example of a cultural prescriptive belief during pregnancy is:
a. Remain active during pregnancy
b. Coldness in any form should be avoided
c. Do not have your picture taken
d. Avoid sexual intercourse during the third trimester
ANS: a
The belief that the patient should remain active during pregnancy is the only example of a cultural prescriptive belief. All of the other answers are examples of cultural restrictive beliefs.
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