The Policy of Quarantine Goes Back to the Time of the Black

question 5

Essay

The policy of quarantine goes back to the time of the Black Death. It restricts individuals, movements and contacts with others, and may be viewed as coercive. Using the information in Chapter 13, discuss how quarantine supports or challenges autonomy.

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Definitions:

Epithelial

Relating to the epithelium, a layer of cells covering the body surfaces, lining cavities, and forming glands.

Electrical Messages

Signals or impulses transmitted by neurons in the nervous system, enabling communication between different parts of the body.

Nervous

Pertaining to the nerves or experiencing feelings of anxiety or apprehension.

Prefix

A morpheme added to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning, often used in linguistics and the formation of new words.