Which of the following best characterizes the "medicalization of deviance"?

a. Treating social problems (like homelessness) as medical problems and treating them medically
b. Treating social stigmas as medical problems and treating them medically
c. Treating mental illness as a personal problem rather than a social problem
d. Attributing any form of unexplained deviance (problem behaviors) to medical illness and treating it medically

Mr. smith, a 57-year-old patient, presents at a health fair asking questions about the age-appropriate health maintenance and promotion considerations he should be concerned about. he stated that he only goes to his physician when he is sick and the last time he saw his physician was 2 years ago when he had a sinus infection. a. what further assessment does the nurse need to make before designing a teaching plan? b. what topics does the nurse need to include for mr. smith based on current medical recommendations? c. design a teaching plan that covers the topics.