A group of clients attend an educational program at which prevention and screening activities for breast cancer is discussed. Using the Health Belief Model, which participant is most likely to engage in the available health screenings?

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According to the Health Belief Model, an individual is more likely to engage in preventative behavior if they perceive themselves to be at risk for developing a health problem. The client whose mother and grandmother have a history of breast cancer has a higher perceived susceptibility to developing the disease, and is therefore more likely to engage in screening activities. The other options do not provide a clear indication of perceived susceptibility or severity of the health problem, and therefore are less likely to lead to behavior change.

A Group of Clients Attend an Educational Program at Which