Author Question: A client has a somatization disorder. Which statement by the client would indicate a need for more ... (Read 60 times)

saraeharris · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A client has a somatization disorder. Which statement by the client would indicate a need for more client teaching?

1. I have learned that my family can be a support system.
2. I will let my therapist know if I think suicidal thoughts.
3. I will limit my coffee to five cups a day.
4. I practice my relaxation techniques three times a day.

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating a client diagnosed with a dissociative disorder for discharge criteria. A statement made by the client indicating that discharge criteria have been met would be:

1. I am sleeping 2-3 hours at night before I wake up.
2. I will not change my medicines without contacting the doctor.
3. I am not sure I can live with these symptoms.
4. I think the doctor might be hiding my real diagnosis from me.

batool · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 3
Five cups of coffee each day may cause physical symptoms that could cue other somatic con-cerns, so option 3 indicates a need for more teaching. Options 1, 2, and 4 are all positive thoughts or actions for a client.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2
The response in option 1 indicates an insufficient amount of sound sleep. Option 3 may indicate hopelessness, and option 4 indicates the possibility of paranoia.