Discussion Questions
1. 1. Question 21
20 Points
Describe some achieved and ascribed statuses you possess that are important to your identity. Make sure to indicate which are achieved and ascribed to. Why are those statuses important to your identity?
Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
2. 2. Question 22
20 Points
Briefly discuss your own journey to adulthood. Discuss one or more milestones, rituals,or experiences in your life that you felt signified your passage into adulthood. How do you think this helped you in the transition?
Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
3. Question 23
20 Points
Explain whether you agree or disagree with the statement below:
Today in America, there is little to no discrimination or judgement of those who choose to have tattoos or body piercings.
Include an example to illustrate your rationale. How might your opinion differ from others based on age, region, or cultural backgrounds? In your discussion, be sure to explain the role that norms play in society and distinguish between informal and formal norms.
Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
4. The American Dream
Is the American Dream alive and well in modern American society? Is there mostly an equal opportunity for everyone to achieve the American Dream, or are the odds stacked against certain groups in America? Explain.
Consider any obstacles and opportunities you have experienced in your own journey and whether social structures (i.e., statuses, groups, and social class) and economic inequality impacted these obstacles or opportunities.
5. HCA 3303-21.01.01-3B25-S1, Standards for Health Care Staff
Unit I Discussion Board
Part I: Introduce yourself to your classmates with your name, location, current employment, and future goals.
Part II: What is one quality you could implement in a health care setting that you think will make your approach to work more positive?
As you respond to your classmates, discuss the qualities on a scale of 1 to 5 (5 being most important). What do you think makes one quality more important than others?
6. HCA 3305-21.02.01-3B25-S2, Health Unit Coordination
Unit I Discussion Board
Part I: Introduce yourself to your classmates with your name, location, current employment, and future goals.
Part II: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, was a bold step aimed, in part, at lowering the number of uninsured citizens in the United States. What else needs to be done to ensure access to affordable health care for all citizens in the United States?
