Multiple Choice
To assist patients diagnosed with somatic symptom disorders, nursing interventions of high priority do which of the following?
A) Explain the pathophysiology of symptoms
B) Help these patients suppress feelings of anger
C) Shift focus from somatic symptoms to feelings
D) Investigate each physical symptom as it is reported
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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