A Client Has Been Having Pain Without Any Clear Pathology

question 15

Multiple Choice

A client has been having pain without any clear pathology for cause.Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse identify as being the most appropriate for this client?

• A)Pain due to unknown factors
• B)Pain related to unknown etiology
• C)Pain caused by psychosomatic condition
• D)Pain manifested by client's report

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Definitions:

Motivated

Having a reason or reasons for acting or behaving in a particular way, often driven by internal or external forces.

Behavioral Autonomy

The capacity of an individual to make an independent choice and act based on personal motives or values.

Expectation

The anticipation of a specific outcome, event, or condition, influenced by previous experiences, beliefs, and psychological states.

Prefrontal Cortex

The region of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobes, involved in planning complex cognitive behavior, decision-making, and moderating social behavior.