A Nurse Assesses a Patient Diagnosed with Functional Neurological (Conversion)

question 20

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses a patient diagnosed with functional neurological (conversion) disorder. Which comment is most likely from this patient?

• A) "Since my father died, I've been short of breath and had sharp pains that go down my left arm, but I think it's just indigestion."
• B) "I have daily problems with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. My skin is very dry and I think I'm getting seriously dehydrated."
• C) "Sexual intercourse is painful. I pretend as if I'm asleep so I can avoid it. I think it's starting to cause problems with my marriage."
• D) "I get choked very easily and have trouble swallowing when I eat. I think I might have cancer of the esophagus."