Mary refused to have her gallbladder removed to prevent the spread of typhoid fever; in doing so, she violated which part of the sick role?
A) She blamed herself for being sick.
B) She would not take steps to regain health.
C) She took too much time off work.
D) She pretended to be sick when she was not.

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The sick role concept, as defined in sociology, includes the expectation that the sick individual should seek and adhere to appropriate treatment to recover. By refusing surgery recommended to prevent the spread of typhoid fever, Mary is not taking the necessary steps to regain health, thus violating this aspect of the sick role.

Mary Refused to Have Her Gallbladder Removed to Prevent the Spread