Margaret has fulfilled roles as a spouse and parent; now she has a terminal illness. According to work by Emanuel and colleagues, what is most likely about her adopting the dying role?

A) She should find the dying role to be compatible with her other roles.
B) She could have difficulty integrating the dying role with other roles.
C) She will not transition more easily if she previously took a sick role.
D) She will keep responsibilities but not gain privileges in a dying role.

Question

​Margaret has fulfilled roles as a spouse and parent; now she has a terminal illness. According to work by Emanuel and colleagues, what is most likely about her adopting the dying role?A)  ​She should find the dying role to be compatible with her other roles.B)  ​She could have difficulty integrating the dying role with other roles.C)  ​She will not transition more easily if she previously took a sick role.D)  ​She will keep responsibilities but not gain privileges in a dying role.

Judith Alvarez-Gil · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Emanuel and colleagues suggest that individuals who have fulfilled multiple roles, such as spouses and parents, may have more difficulty integrating the dying role with their other roles. This is because the dying role may conflict with their existing responsibilities and expectations.

Definitions

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Related questions