If You Visited an Asylum in the 16th Century in Europe

question 30

Multiple Choice

If you visited an asylum in the 16th Century in Europe you would likely find

• A) a place which mixed together the mentally ill, the poor, criminals, and the physically ill.
• B) exorcisms being done by priests.
• C) a place where people were given good food, work, and rest so they could recover.
• D) mentally ill people living in conditions of filth and cruelty.

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Definitions:

Outpatient Setting

A healthcare environment where treatments are provided without the need for an overnight stay in the facility.

PPE

Personal Protective Equipment; gear worn to minimize exposure to hazards causing workplace injuries and illnesses.

Healthcare Worker

An individual involved in the delivery of health services, including nurses, doctors, technicians, and support staff.

Infectious Diseases

Diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi; these diseases can be spread, directly or indirectly, from one person to another.