The nurse anticipates that the 80-year-old African-American woman believes that her health will be improved by:
a. eating fresh fruits and vegetables.
b. daily Bible reading.
c. a visit from her pastor to pray for her recovery.
d. the close attendance of her family.
ANS: C
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