16 Questions
What is an essential aspect of assessing a client with somatoform disorders?
Conducting a complete and thorough documentation
What is a characteristic of a client with hypochondriasis?
Exhibits anxiety and obsessive attention to detail
What is a common challenge when communicating with clients with somatoform disorders?
They have difficulty verbalizing their feelings
What is a type of secondary gain that a client with a somatoform disorder may experience?
Extra attention from family and friends
What is an important aspect of a client's cognitive style that a nurse should assess?
Their obsessive attention to detail
What is the primary approach to managing somatization disorders in primary care?
Psychosocial interventions
What is the benefit of cognitive-behavioral therapy in people with somatic diseases?
Reduces depressive symptoms
What is the characteristic of body dysmorphic disorder?
Preoccupation with imagined defect in appearance
What is the goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy in somatization disorders?
To change the patient's cognitive style
What is the nursing assessment goal in somatization disorders?
To identify underlying medical conditions
What type of medication is effective in reducing symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder?
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
What is the primary goal of shifting the focus from somatic complaints to feelings or neutral topics in clients with somatoform disorders?
To help clients identify and express their underlying emotions
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most closely related to the client's struggle with feelings of inadequacy and low self-worth?
Chronic low self-esteem
What is the primary purpose of assessing secondary gains in clients with somatoform disorders?
To determine the client's motivation for seeking medical attention
Which of the following interventions is most closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy?
Shifting focus from somatic complaints to feelings or neutral topics
What is the primary purpose of observing and recording the frequency and intensity of somatic symptoms in clients with somatoform disorders?
To assess the client's response to treatment
Assessing clients with somatoform disorders requires a comprehensive and detailed approach. This quiz covers key aspects of the assessment process, including symptoms, voluntary control, secondary gains, and cognitive style.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
