Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
A nurse on a mental health unit is leading a group therapy session for a group of clients. Which of the following statements should the nurse expect from a client who has illness anxiety disorder?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A because it reflects the characteristic excessive worry and fear of having a serious medical condition seen in illness anxiety disorder. The client's behavior of repeatedly checking for lumps despite negative results aligns with the excessive health-related concerns typical of this disorder. Choice B is more indicative of a potential issue with pregnancy tests. Choice C suggests paranoia rather than illness anxiety disorder. Choice D reflects generalized anxiety rather than excessive health-related concerns.