Asked by Shinell Ebanks on Jul 17, 2024

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A patient who has been hospitalized for 3 days with a serious mental illness says, "I've got to get out of here and back to my job. I get 60 to 80 messages a day, and I'm getting behind on my email correspondence." What is this patient's perspective about health and illness?

A) Fateful, magical
B) Eastern, holistic
C) Western, biomedical
D) Harmonious, religious

Western

Refers broadly to the sociocultural, political, or educational systems and practices associated with Europe and the Americas, often contrasted with Eastern traditions.

Biomedical

Pertaining to the application of the natural sciences, especially biology and physiology, to clinical medicine.

Correspondence

Communication by exchanging letters, emails, or other forms of messaging, usually between individuals or organizations.

  • Understand the impact of cultural attitudes on healthcare perceptions and results.
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Amber BlanckJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Western biomedical perspective holds the belief that sick people should be as independent and self-reliant as possible. Self-care is encouraged; one gets better by "getting up and getting going." An ability to function at a high level is valued. See relationship to audience response question.