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Melissa Halford-Hall
on Oct 09, 2024
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Gilbert frequently experiences symptoms consistent with irritable bowel syndrome. His wife points out that Gilbert's cousin Miriam has similar symptoms. Gilbert has not sought medical care. Based on research by Ringström et al. (2007) , there is about a 50% chance that Gilbert will
A) discuss his symptoms with his cousin to get advice.
B) discuss his symptoms with a physician to find help.
C) discuss his symptoms with alternative practitioners.
D) discuss his symptoms with (a) or (c) , more than (b) .
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits without any underlying damage.
Lay Referral Network
The network of family and friends from whom a person may first seek medical information and advice.
Medical Care
The services provided by health professionals to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease, illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments.
- Associate the conceptualization of disease with the decision-making process in seeking healthcare in diverse demographic scenarios.
- Understand how access to information and the lay referral network affect initial healthcare-seeking behavior.
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Learning Objectives
- Associate the conceptualization of disease with the decision-making process in seeking healthcare in diverse demographic scenarios.
- Understand how access to information and the lay referral network affect initial healthcare-seeking behavior.