Sick in quarters status is allowed to be extended up to what maximum number of days?

Sick in quarters status can be extended up to a maximum of 14 days. This provision is in place to ensure that service members who are unwell have adequate time to recover while still maintaining accountability for their duty and health management. This duration allows medical personnel to reassess a patient's condition periodically and decide whether further extensions are needed or if they are fit to return to duty. The policy ensures that sailors are properly supported during recovery while also addressing operational readiness. Extending sick in quarters beyond this limit usually requires further medical evaluation and can involve a change in status depending on the individual's health condition.