A young adult client with three small children has had nausea,vomiting,and extreme fatigue for the past 2 days.She calls her mother and tells her she is ill and asks if her mother can care for the children.Which stage of illness behavior is she experiencing?

A) Sick-role behavior
B) Dependence on others
C) Seeking professional care
D) Experiencing symptoms

Illness Behavior

The ways in which individuals respond to their own health status, including perceiving, evaluating, and acting upon their symptoms.

Experiencing Symptoms

The act of noticing or feeling changes in one's body or mind that may indicate disease or health condition.

Sick-Role Behavior

The activities and conduct expected from an individual who is acknowledged as being ill, as defined by societal norms and health practices.