Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A client presents with symptoms consistent with factitious disorder. Which of the following hypotheses should the nurse prioritize in the care of this client? (Select all that apply)
Correct answer
A,B
Rationale
The correct answers are A and B. In factitious disorder, individuals fake symptoms to gain sympathy, pity, attention, and validation. Prioritizing these hypotheses allows the nurse to address the underlying psychological needs driving the behavior. Choice C is incorrect as factitious disorder involves intentional fabrication, not a misdiagnosis. Choice D is incorrect because financial gain is not a primary motivation in factitious disorder. Choice E is incorrect as factitious disorder involves intentional symptom fabrication, not symptoms related to a genuine medical condition.