An Example of the Illegitimate Sick Role Is

question 2

Multiple Choice

An example of the illegitimate sick role is:

• A) irritable bowel syndrome
• B) acne
• C) common cold
• D) cancer
• E) AIDS/HIV

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Definitions:

Overweight

A state where an individual carries excess body fat that is not considered healthy, typically identified by a Body Mass Index (BMI) ranging from 25 to 29.9.

Pulse Rate

The number of heartbeats per minute, indicating heart rate and cardiovascular health.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.

Respirations

The act of breathing, which includes both the inhalation of oxygen and the exhalation of carbon dioxide.