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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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What is visible illness and invisible illness ?

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The distinction is made between the terms disease, illness, and sickness. The term disease literally means "without ease." This literally means something is wrong with bodily function.

Illness refers to not only the presence of a specific disease but also the individual's perceptions and response to this disease. It may have an impact on the psychological environment of the person.

Sickness refers to a state of social dysfunction.

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