A medical-surgical nurse works with a patient diagnosed with a somatic system disorder. Care planning is facilitated by understanding that the patient will probably:

A) readily seek psychiatric counseling.
B) be resistant to accepting psychiatric help.
C) attend psychotherapy sessions without encouragement.
D) be eager to discover the true reasons for physical symptoms.

Somatic System Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by physical symptoms that suggest illness or injury, but which cannot be fully explained by a medical condition or substance use, and are not attributable to another mental disorder.

Psychiatric Counseling

A therapeutic approach focused on diagnosing and treating mental health disorders through conversation with a mental health professional.

Psychotherapy Sessions

Structured interactions with a therapist aimed at treating mental and emotional disorders through verbal communication.