When teaching a 15-year-old patient with diverticulitis about foods that should be avoided,a nurse takes the stage of growth and development into consideration.Which factor or variable did the nurse take into consideration?

A) Cultural factor
B) External variable
C) Socioeconomic factor
D) Internal variable

Diverticulitis

An inflammation or infection of one or more diverticula in the digestive tract, often causing severe abdominal pain, fever, and changes in bowel habits.

Growth and Development

The processes of physical maturation and psychological expansion throughout the human life span.

Cultural Factor

An element of society, including beliefs, practices, and values, that influences a person's behavior and perceptions.