Which verb is the most appropriate to use in a learning objective that will measure the patient's level of "understanding" of signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)?

The health belief model is a social psychological health behavior change model developed to explain and predict health-related behaviors.

According to this model, a person’s willingness to change their health behaviors primarily comes from their health perceptions.

In this case, the statement reflects an understanding of the perceived severity of diabetes and the importance of keeping blood sugar under control to prevent negative consequences.

Choice B is incorrect because the social ecological model focuses on the interplay between individuals and their environment.

Choice C is incorrect because the transtheoretical model (TTM) focuses on the stages of change in behavior.

Choice D is incorrect because the diffusion model focuses on how innovations spread through a population.

At each stage of life, there are different health problems and different preventative actions.

Healthy People 2020 has four overarching goals: Attain high-quality, longer lives free of preventable disease, disability, injury, and premature death; Achieve health equity, eliminate disparities, and improve the health of all groups; Create social and physical environments that promote good health for all; and Promote quality of life, healthy development, and healthy behaviors across all life stages.

Choice A is incorrect because age-related risks are a focus of Healthy People 2020.

Choice B is incorrect because age is considered when addressing health risks and preventative interventions.

Choice C is incorrect because each developmental stage has its own unique health problems and preventative actions.