Question

A physician approaches a new patient with the assumption that the patient is not well educated and thus less knowledgeable about health issues. Does this scenario illustrate discrimination?

A.Yes; the scenario illustrates a judgment that is not based on supporting evidence.
B.No; the scenario identifies a bias directed at an individual rather than at a group.
C.Yes; the scenario suggests that a negative evaluation could affect the interaction.
D.No; the scenario describes an attitude but does not specify differential treatment.

Answer 1

C. Yes; the scenario suggests that a negative evaluation could affect the interaction.

Step-by-step explanation:

In this scenario, the physician is making an assumption about the patient's level of education without any supporting evidence. This assumption may lead to a negative evaluation of the patient's knowledge and potentially affect the interaction between the physician and the patient. Such negative judgments or assumptions based on factors like education can indeed be a form of discrimination, as they can lead to unequal treatment or a biased evaluation of an individual