Canadian Health Information Management Association Practice Exam

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The term that describes how people view the causes of their situations is called what?

a extraversion.
b locus of control.
c motivation.
d social skills.

The correct answer is: b locus of control.

The term that describes how people view the causes of their situations is known as locus of control. This psychological concept refers to the degree to which individuals believe they have control over the outcomes of events in their lives. Those with an internal locus of control feel that their actions significantly influence events and outcomes, while those with an external locus of control attribute their circumstances to external factors such as luck, fate, or the actions of others. Understanding locus of control is important in health information management, as it can influence patient behaviors and how individuals engage with their health and wellbeing. Other concepts, such as extraversion, motivation, and social skills, focus on different aspects of personal attributes and interpersonal interactions rather than on how individuals interpret the causes of their experiences and situations. Therefore, locus of control specifically addresses the perception of causality in one's life circumstances.