Which Statement About Somatic Symptom Disorder Is Accurate

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement about somatic symptom disorder is accurate ?

• A) It is a form of dissociative disorder.
• B) It is rarely associated with anxiety, depression, or other psychiatric disorders.
• C) It is relatively rare, having a prevalence of 2 percent for women and 0.2 percent for men.
• D) It is more prevalent among educated individuals than among uneducated ones.

Understand the impact of sensory changes in aging on socio-emotional outcomes.

Recognize the progressive decline in sensory and physical functions through adulthood.

Identify factors that adversely affect respiratory and cardiovascular systems in the aging population.

Comprehend the concepts and categories of aging, including successful aging.

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Definitions:

Paraplegia

A condition characterized by the partial or complete paralysis of the lower limbs and trunk, often resulting from spinal cord injury.

Furosemide

A medication used to treat fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver scarring, or kidney disease by acting as a diuretic to increase urine output.

Hearing Loss

A partial or total inability to hear, which can range from mild to profound and may affect one or both ears.

Acute Confusion

A mental state in which a person appears bewildered and may make inappropriate statements and answers to questions.