Paul Has an Enlarged Prostate and Is Thus Forced to Go

question 71

Multiple Choice

Paul has an enlarged prostate and is thus forced to go to the bathroom frequently.He is embarrassed by his condition and avoids telling others about his illness.When he goes out with his friends to dine and is asked why he leaves the table so often,he tells others that he is calling home to check on the children.What type of work,as defined by Corbin and Strauss,is Paul incorporating?

• A)illness work
• B)coping work
• C)everyday work
• D)adapting work
• E)biographical work

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