Asked by Kayla Matusz on May 12, 2024
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The nurse is reviewing theories of illness. The germ theory, which states that microscopic organisms such as bacteria and viruses are responsible for specific disease conditions, is a basic belief of which theory of illness?
A) Holistic
B) Biomedical
C) Naturalistic
D) Magicoreligious
Germ Theory
The scientific theory that certain diseases are caused by the invasion of the body by microorganisms, organisms too small to be seen except through a microscope.
Biomedical
Pertaining to the application of natural sciences, especially biology and physiology, to clinical medicine.
- Comprehend different theories of illness and their relevance to patient care.
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TT
Tamra TiltonMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Among the biomedical explanations for disease is the germ theory, which states that microscopic organisms such as bacteria and viruses are responsible for specific disease conditions. The naturalistic, or holistic, perspective holds that the forces of nature must be kept in natural balance. The magicoreligious perspective holds that supernatural forces dominate and cause illness or health.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend different theories of illness and their relevance to patient care.
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