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abarnes · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The biomedical model defines health as the:

a. avoidance of illness.
b. absence of disease.
c. promotion of healthy behaviors.
d. protection from illness and disease states.

Question 2

The health-oriented perspective views:

a. health as the absence of disease.
b. human lifestyle based on one's prescribed regime.
c. humans as complex and interconnected with the environment.
d. community education as the role of the registered nurse.

Cnarkel · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The biomedical model defines health as the absence of disease. It does not explain why popula-tions remain healthy or how health is enhanced.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The health-oriented perspective includes the view that humans are complex and interconnected with others and the environment. Health behavior within this perspective involves a holistic view of lifestyle and interaction with the environment and not simply compliance with a prescribed regimen.