The nurse understands that the best explanation of why a particular person lives into his 90s in relatively good health is that the person:
A) had healthy parents who passed on to him "good" genes and no hereditary diseases.
B) has lived a healthful lifestyle, which has included preventative care, good nutrition, exercise, and a positive outlook.
C) has treated illness with "old-fashioned" home remedies while avoiding the use of many prescription drugs.
D) reads a lot about the newest advances in health care and tries these approaches as soon as they are publicized.

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Lifestyle and personality together probably contribute to longevity more than genetics, new medical approaches, or old-fashioned home remedies, although those may contribute in important ways. A healthy lifestyle decreases the risk of disease and its sequelae.

The Nurse Understands That the Best Explanation of Why a Particular