General Flashcards
1
Q
What is the lay referral system?
A
The chain of advice seeking contacts which the sick make with other lay people instead of seeking help from healthcare professionals
2
Q
What are the reasons healthcare professionals need to understand the lay referral system? (5 items)
A
- helps doctors understand the role they play in a patients health
- understand why people may delay in seeking help
- understand how, why and when people consult a doctor
- do patients use alternative medicines?
- what are patients awarenesses of availed health care services and medication?
3
Q
What is ill behaviour?
A
The activity of a person to define symptoms and seek solution
4
Q
What is sick role behaviour?
A
Formal response to symptoms which include seeking formal help
