An adult wears a helmet when riding a bicycle because he believes that his cycling skills might not prevent an accident, which could result in a head injury with serious consequences
Which component of the health beliefs model is this person demonstrating?
a.
Knowledge that cycling is good exercise and improves health
b.
Perception of vulnerability to head injury from a bicycle accident
c.
Concern about his cycling skills
d.
Belief that individuals should prevent injuries
ANS: B
A
Knowledge of practices to improve health is not part of the health beliefs model.
B
The health beliefs model has as one component the evaluation of one's vulnerability to a condition and the seriousness of that condition.
C
Concern about skills is not part of the health beliefs model.
D
The belief that individuals should prevent injuries is not part of the health beliefs model.
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