Which of the following client responses shows the best understanding regarding the management of risk factors for chronic illness among young adults?
1. "Unprotected sex is just plain dangerous."
2. "Everyone riding in my car wears a seatbelt."
3. "I'm a vegetarian, but I eat nonanimal protein."
4. "I've never smoked and I drink only occasionally."
ANS: 4
Tobacco use and the abuse of alcohol put young adults at high risk for chronic illnesses in middle and older adult years. While Option 1 shows an understanding of the risk factor for chronic dis-ease in the form of STDs, the greater risk comes from alcohol and tobacco use. While Option 2 shows an understanding of the risk factor for injury and death caused by vehicular accidents, it is not directly related to chronic illness.
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