Question 1

The history of osteopathy suggests how difficult it is to

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The history of osteopathy highlights the challenge of maintaining an independent and unique identity while also seeking legal recognition and becoming a parallel profession to conventional medicine. Osteopathy started as a distinct alternative to mainstream medicine but faced resistance from the medical establishment. Over time, osteopathic principles and practices were integrated into mainstream medicine, and osteopathic medicine became a parallel profession with similar educational standards and legal recognition.

Question 2

What similarities and differences do you see between curanderos and acupuncturists in terms of who they serve,how they enter the field,and their current social and legal positions?

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Curanderos and acupuncturists both serve individuals seeking alternative forms of healing and wellness. They often treat patients who are looking for holistic and natural remedies for their ailments. Both curanderos and acupuncturists enter their respective fields through a combination of traditional training and apprenticeship, as well as formal education and certification.

However, there are also significant differences between the two. Curanderos are often deeply rooted in indigenous cultures and may incorporate spiritual and ritualistic elements into their practice, while acupuncturists primarily follow the principles of traditional Chinese medicine. In terms of their current social and legal positions, acupuncturists are more widely accepted and regulated within the Western medical system, with licensure requirements and standards of practice. Curanderos, on the other hand, often face challenges in gaining recognition and acceptance within mainstream healthcare systems, and their legal positions may vary depending on the region and cultural context.

Overall, while both curanderos and acupuncturists share a commitment to healing and serving their communities, they operate within distinct cultural, social, and legal frameworks.

Question 3

Which of the following belong to an occupation that is both limited and marginal?

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E

Question 4

In the early twentieth century,those nurses who fought to raise the status of nursing were hampered by

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The early twentieth century was marked by societal attitudes about women's proper roles and character, which hampered the efforts of nurses who sought to raise the status of their profession. Additionally, women lacked political power during this time period. However, the ethic of caring and duty was not a hindrance to these nurses, as it was a foundational value of nursing and therefore not a barrier to progress. Therefore, the best choice is D, all of the above.

Question 5

Compare and contrast the fields of dentistry and osteopathy.What factors have allowed medicine to dominate osteopathy but not dentistry?

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Question 6

Which of the following have the highest status?

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Advanced practice nurses (APNs) have the highest status among the options provided because they have additional education and training beyond the basic nursing education, allowing them to provide a higher level of care, including diagnosing and treating patients.

Question 7

Which of the following is a parallel profession?

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Osteopathy is considered a parallel profession as it often works alongside conventional medicine, focusing on the musculoskeletal system and holistic patient care.

Question 8

What factors make it easier for some mainstream health care occupations compared to others to approach or attain professional status? (Do not include alternative healers in your answer.)

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Question 9

Which of the following meets the sociological definition of a profession?

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Advanced practice nursing meets the sociological definition of a profession because it requires specialized knowledge, skills, and training, and its practitioners are held to a high standard of ethical conduct.

Question 10

Men who enter nursing

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Men in nursing are often found in higher numbers in areas perceived as more intense or critical, such as emergency rooms, and are less represented in areas like pediatrics, which may be viewed as more nurturing and traditionally feminine. This distribution reflects societal norms and expectations rather than issues with sexual identity or an inability to work under women.

Question 11

Which of the following helped doctors gain control over childbirth?

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Question 12

Over the years,chiropractors have

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Chiropractors have improved their status by increasing educational standards for entry into the field. They have also gained more recognition and acceptance from insurance programs in recent years, making it easier for patients to receive reimbursement for their services. While there have been legal battles with the AMA in the past, these conflicts have not defined the current state of the chiropractic field. Therefore, options A and D are not the best choices.

Question 13

Florence Nightingale

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Florence Nightingale held the belief that men and women should occupy "separate spheres," with distinct roles in society, which aligns with the concept of caring as inherently a woman's role. Additionally, she was a proponent of professionalizing nursing, which included establishing a hierarchical structure within the nursing profession to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Therefore, all of the statements A, B, and C are correct, making D the correct choice.

Question 14

Parents' decisions against vaccinating their children

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The decision against vaccinating children has led to outbreaks of measles in the United States. This has been widely reported by the media and confirmed by health officials. There is no solid scientific evidence to support the dangers of vaccination, and in fact, the overwhelming majority of evidence supports the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. While laws regarding vaccination vary by state, there are no federal laws mandating vaccination. While some alternative practitioners may support non-vaccination, this is not necessarily true for all acupuncturists.

Question 15

How have attitudes toward women and femininity affected the social position of nursing as an occupation,historically and currently? How do those attitudes shape the experiences of male and female nurses today?

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Question 16

Currently,some chiropractors believe that

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Chiropractors, particularly those who follow a more traditional or "straight" chiropractic philosophy, may hold beliefs that encompass all of the options listed: viewing immunizations as unnecessary, seeing themselves as primary care providers, and believing that spinal manipulation can cure most health problems. This perspective is not universally held among all chiropractors, as the profession includes a range of beliefs and practices.

Question 17

Optometrists have obtained considerable social status by limiting their treatments to only one part of the body.This suggests that optometry is a

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Optometrists focusing on one part of the body and gaining considerable social status indicates specialization and recognition, not marginalization, making it a limited but not marginal occupation.

Question 18

To gain professional status,osteopaths

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Osteopaths increased educational requirements to gain professional status, aligning more closely with the standards of allopathic medicine.

Question 19

Sociologists consider nurses semi-professionals,rather than professionals,because

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According to sociologists, nurses are considered semi-professionals because they have a significant degree of autonomy, status, and training but still remain subordinate to doctors. Nurses often work under the direction of physicians and have limited decision-making power in healthcare settings. Therefore, they do not have the same level of professional autonomy and authority as doctors.

Question 20

In the early twentieth century,

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Nursing schools during the early twentieth century did indeed view student nurses as a source of cheap labor. Students were often required to work long hours without pay, despite providing essential care. This was part of the nursing education system of the time.

Quiz 12: Other Mainstream and Alternative Health Care Providers