Functionalist Talcott Parsons Suggested That Complementary Roles for Men and Women

question 62

Multiple Choice

Functionalist Talcott Parsons suggested that complementary roles for men and women in the family contribute to social stability. The husband/father performs the __________ tasks, which involve leadership and decision-making responsibilities in the home, and employment outside the home to support the family.

• A) ​expressive
• B) ​instrumental
• C) ​reproductive
• D) ​interdependent

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Definitions:

Narcotic Pain Pills

Medications that contain opiate-like substances, used to relieve severe pain but can also be addictive and are carefully regulated.

Risk-prone Health Behavior

Actions that individuals may engage in that increase the risk of developing health problems.

Health-seeking Behaviors

Actions or activities undertaken by individuals aiming to maintain or improve their health status.

Independent Nursing Interventions

Actions taken by nurses that do not require a physician's order, aimed at fulfilling patient care needs.