Asked by Syimyk zhigitali uulu on Jun 19, 2024
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A patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder says, "Why has God chosen me to be sick all the time and unable to provide for my family? The burden on my family is worse than the pain I bear." Which nursing diagnoses apply to this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Spiritual distress
B) Decisional conflict
C) Adult failure to thrive
D) Impaired social interaction
E) Ineffective role performance
Somatic Symptom Disorder
A mental disorder in which a person has physical symptoms that involve more than one part of the body, but no physical cause can be found, often linked with excessive thoughts, feelings, or behaviors related to the symptoms.
Spiritual Distress
A state of suffering related to the impairment of an individual's beliefs, values, or spiritual well-being.
Adult Failure
A circumstance or perception where an adult perceives themselves as not meeting their own or societal standards of success in key life areas.
- Determine the effects of somatic symptom disorders on the dynamics within a family and the roles of patients.
- Identify the presence of secondary gains in individuals diagnosed with somatic symptom disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the effects of somatic symptom disorders on the dynamics within a family and the roles of patients.
- Identify the presence of secondary gains in individuals diagnosed with somatic symptom disorders.
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