A nurse is using Pender’s model to explain what influences individuals

A nurse is using Pender’s model to explain what influences individuals to pursue health promotion activities. Which of the following factors would be examined? (Select all that apply.)

a. A belief that one can change one’s behaviors
b. Environmental choices possible
c. Fear of negative consequences if action is not taken
d. The rewards one believes will result if action is taken
e. The threat of an early death if behavior is not changed
f.
What one’s family and peers believe should be done

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ANS: A, B, D, F
Fear and threat are not aspects of Pender’s model. Although fear may cause an initial attempt at change, fear is not a long-term motivator for ongoing action. Pender does include perceived benefits, perceived self-efficacy, interpersonal influences, and available situational (environmental) options as factors that motivate persons to engage in health actions.