Alexander Segall proposed that the sick role includes three rights and privileges and three responsibilities. Which of these factors is a responsibility of people who have adopted the sick role?

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According to Alexander Segall, the three responsibilities of people who have adopted the sick role are to (1) try to get well, (2) seek and comply with healthcare advice, and (3) accept the limitations that come with being sick. Therefore, the best choice among the given options is B, which states that people in the sick role have the duty to make an attempt to get better. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as making decisions about one's health-related issues, performing everyday chores, and depending on other people for assistance are not identified as responsibilities of the sick role by Segall.

Alexander Segall Proposed That the Sick Role Includes Three Rights