Asked by Jhonny Rivera on Jun 13, 2024
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Which treatment modality should a nurse recommend to help a patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder to cope more effectively?
A) Flooding
B) Response prevention
C) Relaxation techniques
D) Systematic desensitization
Somatic Symptom Disorder
A psychological disorder characterized by excessive focus on physical symptoms, causing significant distress and impairment.
Treatment Modality
Any type of treatment method used to help individuals manage or recover from health conditions, including mental health disorders.
Relaxation Techniques
Methods used to reduce stress and induce a state of calm, such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga.
- Understand the characteristics and treatment modalities relevant to somatic symptom disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the characteristics and treatment modalities relevant to somatic symptom disorders.
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