A 36-year-old mother of three small children has had nausea,vomiting,and extreme fatigue for the past 2 days.She calls her mother and tells her she is ill and asks whether her mother can care for the children.Which stage of illness behavior is she experiencing? Choose all that apply.
A) Sick-role behavior
B) Dependence on others
C) Seeking professional care
D) Experiencing symptoms

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The 36-year-old mother is assuming sick-role behavior because she is identifying herself as ill.She is also in the stage of experiencing symptoms; she is experiencing symptoms and realizes that illness is starting,even though she has not yet entered the stages of dependence and seeking professional care.By telling her mother of the illness,she is relieved of her normal duties,caring for her children.Dependence on others occurs when the client accepts a diagnosis and treatment from the healthcare provider.Seeking professional care occurs after the sick-role behavior stage.During this stage,the client makes the decision that she is ill and that professional healthcare is needed.

A 36-Year-Old Mother of Three Small Children Has Had Nausea,vomiting,and