Which action by the patient reflects a cultural influence on health practices?

A) The patient uses seaside purification rituals to ease arthritis pain.
B) The patient refuses to take blood pressure medicine due to the side effects.
C) The patient has annual mammograms to screen for breast cancer.
D) The patient avoids eating red meat due to a family history of heart disease.

Cultural Influence

The impact that the shared beliefs, values, customs, and behaviors of a group or society have on the thoughts and actions of individuals within that group.

Health Practices

Activities or behaviors undertaken by individuals or communities to enhance or maintain health.

Annual Mammograms

Yearly breast X-rays recommended for women, typically starting at age 40, to detect breast cancer early.