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HMS, HIC EQ-Bank 005 MC

The image shows Cam's health status over time.

Which statement best explains how this graph demonstrates the dynamic nature of health?

  1. Cam's physical health is the only dimension affected by life circumstances.
  2. Cam's health status shows a steady decline over time as expected with aging.
  3. Cam's health fluctuates as different dimensions of health interact with changing life circumstances.
  4. Cam's health can only be improved through medical intervention when it declines.
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Consider option C:

  • C is correct as it recognises how Cam’s health fluctuates over time as different dimensions of health (physical, social, mental) interact with changing life circumstances.

Other options:

  • A is incorrect as it focuses only on physical health, ignoring the other dimensions shown in the scenario (social connections, mental wellbeing).
  • B is incorrect as the graph shows fluctuations, not a steady decline, contradicting the notion that health naturally declines with age.
  • D is incorrect as it suggests health can only be improved through medical intervention.