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SGallaher96 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Norman's primary care physician is convinced that his symptoms are due to a somatic symptom disorder, and the physician is encouraging Norman to accept a referral to a mental health professional. Norman is likely to

a. accept the referral willingly.
b. drop out of all forms of treatment.
c. reject the referral despite negative test results.
d. reject the referral because he is faking and does not want to be found out.

Question 2

What is the major recommendation for the medical management of patients with somatic symptom disorder?

a. use medication to reduce anxiety
b. confront the patient's irrational thinking
c. use repeated medical procedures to reassure the patient
d. establish a strong and consistent physician-patient relationship