A Patient Diagnosed with Somatic Symptom Disorder Has Been in Treatment

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with somatic symptom disorder has been in treatment for 4 weeks. The patient says, "Although I'm still having pain, I notice it less and am able to perform more activities." The nurse should evaluate the treatment plan as:

• A) unsuccessful.
• B) minimally successful.
• C) partially successful.
• D) totally achieved.

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Definitions:

Activating Events

Situations or experiences that trigger a psychological response, often discussed in cognitive-behavioral therapy to address emotional reactions.

Unresolved Conflicts

Psychological term referring to internal or external disputes that an individual fails to find a resolution for, often leading to stress or psychological discomfort.

Rational-Emotive

A psychotherapeutic approach developed by Albert Ellis, focusing on resolving emotional and behavioral problems by changing irrational beliefs into more rational ones.

Cognitive-Behavioral

A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.