Which of the Following Is Characteristic of the Sick Role

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of the sick role?

• A)Mental illness is consistently accepted across time and space as legitimate.
• B)Doctor and patient both perform their roles on a social stage.
• C)Patients are not obligated to try to get well.
• D)The sick person does not have the right to be excused from her or his social responsibilities.

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Definitions:

Horizontal Loading

The process of increasing the variety of tasks and responsibilities of an employee at the same level of the organization, without necessarily increasing their authority or compensation.

Mass Production

A method of manufacturing large quantities of products quickly and efficiently using assembly line techniques and standardized parts.

Predetermined Tools

Tools or equipment selected prior to their application or implementation in a process or project.

Repetitive

Characterized by or involving repetition, especially in actions, events, or processes, leading to a lack of variety.