What would an 80-year-old African-American woman most likely believe would aid in improving her health?
a. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables
b. Daily exercise
c. A visit from her pastor to pray for her recovery
d. The close attendance of her family
ANS: C
A visit from the pastor and his prayers will improve her health perception. Illness is viewed as being caused by a lack of faith or the devil.
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