Which health belief system includes a belief of a supernatural force exerting influence to cause heath or illness?
a. Folk
b. Holistic
c. Biomedical
d. Alternative/complementary
A
The folk health belief system is commonly referred to as "third-world" beliefs and practices. It is often called strange by nurses and other health professionals who are unfamiliar with folk medicine beliefs.
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