Reflection Questions
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Why might clients who are diagnosed with somatic system disorder struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation?
2
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Why is education so important for clients diagnosed with FND?
3
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What is the nurse’s primary goal when dealing with a case involving a client with factitious disorder imposed on another?
4
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How might you respond to a nurse who is just learning of factitious disorder, when the nurse says, “Those people should be held accountable for lying and taking up everyone’s time. We have people here who are really sick!”
5
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How would you approach a client with factitious disorder who denies any intent to deceive or manipulate health-care providers? How can nurses build trust while maintaining a focus on the client’s well-being?
6
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How would a nurse build a trusting relationship with a client diagnosed with illness anxiety disorder?