Which Prescription Medication Would the Nurse Expect to Be Prescribed

Multiple Choice

Which prescription medication would the nurse expect to be prescribed for a patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder?

A) Narcotic analgesics for use as needed for acute pain
B) Antidepressant medications to treat underlying depression
C) Long-term use of benzodiazepines to support coping with anxiety
D) Conventional antipsychotic medications to correct cognitive distortions