A nurse is using the theory of reasoned action when working with a client to exercise on a regular basis. Which of the following would be the easiest way for the nurse to determine if the client will engage in this activity?
a. The client's intention to exercise regularly
b. The client's perception of the threat of illness if he doesn't exercise regularly
c. Society's emphasis on the importance of regular exercise
d. The pros and cons of regular exercise
ANS: A
The theory of reasoned action attempts to predict a person's intention to perform or not perform a certain behavior based on the assumption that all behavior is determined by one's behavioral intention. The client's perception of the threat of illness, the opinion of society, and benefits of regular exercise are not major factors discussed using the theory of reasoned action.
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