A Person Who Has Been Unable to Leave Home for More

question 22

Multiple Choice

A person who has been unable to leave home for more than a week because of severe anxiety says, "I know it does not make sense, but I just can't bring myself to leave my apartment alone." Which nursing intervention is appropriate?

• A) Help the person use online video calls to provide interaction with others.
• B) Advise the person to accept the situation and use a companion.
• C) Ask the person to explain why the fear is so disabling.
• D) Teach the person to use positive self-talk techniques.

Analyze trends in economic disparities and their impact on society.

Define and differentiate between ascribed status, socioeconomic status, and other status-related concepts within sociology.

Identify key historical figures and their contributions to the development of sociology.

Distinguish between personal troubles and social issues and understand the relevance of the sociological imagination.

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Definitions:

Marginal Social Cost

The total cost to society of producing an additional unit of a good or service, taking into account both private costs and any externalities.

Private Marginal Cost

The cost incurred by a firm or individual for producing one additional unit of a good or service, not including external costs.

Traffic Congestion

Refers to the situation where there are more vehicles than the road can accommodate, leading to slower speeds, longer trip times, and increased vehicular queuing.

Marginal Social Cost

The total cost incurred by society when the production of a good or service is increased by one additional unit, including both private and external costs.