Which of the following statements describes health beliefs and health education as a predisposing factor of utilization?
A) Patients who may have had negative experiences with physicians or nurses may resist seeking care for self-diagnosed minor illnesses.
B) Health beliefs and education have significant impact on utilization of preventive care services.
C) Patients who have had poor experiences in hospital ERs may resist seeking care again without serious cause.
D) All of the above

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Health beliefs and education influence individuals' perceptions and attitudes towards seeking medical care, including preventive services. Negative experiences with healthcare providers can also predispose individuals to avoid seeking care unless absolutely necessary, making all the provided options correct descriptions of how health beliefs and education can be a predisposing factor in the utilization of healthcare services.

Which of the Following Statements Describes Health Beliefs and Health