Carly Has Been Diagnosed with Somatic Symptom Disorder

question 18

Multiple Choice

Carly has been diagnosed with Somatic Symptom Disorder.As the nurse is talking with Carly and her family,which of the following statements suggest primary or secondary gains that the physical symptoms are providing for the client?

• A)The family agrees that Carly began having physical symptoms after she lost her job.
• B)Carly states that even though medical tests have not found anything wrong,she is convinced her headaches are indicative of a brain tumor.
• C)Carly's mother reports that someone from the family stays with Carly each night because the physical symptoms are incapacitating.
• D)Carly states she noticed feeling hotter than usual the last time she had a headache.

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