The nurse is planning care for a Navajo American Indian. How does this patient view the cause of ILLNESS? Select all that apply
1. Caused by displeasing holy people
2. Caused by annoying the elements
3. Caused by disturbing plant life
4. Caused by disturbing animal life
1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. Traditional Navajo American Indians see ILLNESS as displeasing holy people.
2. Traditional Navajo American Indians see ILLNESS as caused by annoying the elements.
3. Traditional Navajo American Indians see ILLNESS as caused by disturbing plant life.
4. Traditional Navajo American Indians see ILLNESS as caused by disturbing animal life.
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