A nurse educator is reviewing internal variables that affect people's health status. Among them are which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
1. Genetic makeup
2. Age
3. Developmental level
4. Environment
5. Spiritual and religious beliefs
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,5
Rationale: Internal variables that affect people's health include biologic, psychologic, and cognitive dimensions. Biologic dimensions include genetic makeup, gender, age, and developmental level. Psychologic dimensions include the mind-body interactions. Cognitive dimensions include lifestyle choices and spiritual and religious beliefs. Environment is an example of an external variable that affects a person's health.
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