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Social Groups in Nursing Practice

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What did R.M. Maclver define as a group?

Any number of human beings in reciprocal communication

Any collection of human beings in reciprocal communication (correct)

Masses of people in regular contact or communication

A collection of interrelated individuals involved in interactional processes

According to the text, what is the distinguishing feature of primary groups?

Inevitable in modern society

Small and intimate nature (correct)

Large and impersonal nature

Short-term interaction and cooperation

Which concept was introduced by C.H. Cooley in his book 'Social Organization' in 1909?

Secondary groups

Special interest groups

Quasi groups

Primary groups (correct)

What is the distinguishing feature of secondary groups according to the text?

Many in the modern industrial society Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the pivotal concept of sociology?

Social groups Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the importance of understanding social groups for nurses?

It helps nurses to identify the specific problems individuals are likely to encounter. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a group and a society?

A society encompasses multiple groups, while a group is a smaller unit within a society. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of primary social groups?

To offer emotional support, socialization, and identity formation. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of social groups, what is meant by 'social cohesion'?

The ability of a social group to maintain solidarity and harmony among its members. Signup and view all the answers

What factors primarily lead to the formation of social groups?

Shared interests, values, and social norms Signup and view all the answers