A Physician Tells a Middle-Aged, Female Patient, "You Are Developing

A physician tells a middle-aged, female patient, "You are developing osteoporosis. You need to start jogging. Jogging has been shown to increase bone density." However, the patient protests, saying, "I have bad knees. It is too painful for me to jog." The physician responds, "Well in that case, try walking or swimming. That should be easier on your knees." The physician's response focuses on which aspect of the EPPM?

A) perceived vulnerability
B) fear control
C) response efficacy
D) self-efficacy
E) controllability

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