Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The physician refers a client diagnosed with somatization disorder to the outpatient clinic because of problems with nausea. The client's past symptoms involved back pain, chest pain, and problems with urination. The client tells the nurse that the nausea began when his wife asked him for a divorce. Which of the following is most appropriate?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Directing the client to describe feelings about the divorce is most appropriate, as somatization disorder often reflects emotional distress, and addressing underlying stressors is key.