Asked by Leslie Teresa Medina on Jun 15, 2024
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A patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder has the nursing diagnosis: interrupted family processes, related to patient's disabling symptoms as evidenced by the spouse and children assuming roles and tasks that previously belonged to patient. An appropriate outcome is that the patient will:
A) assume roles and functions of the other family members.
B) demonstrate a resumption of former roles and tasks.
C) focus energy on problems occurring in the family.
D) rely on family members to meet his or her personal needs.
Interrupted Family Processes
Disturbances in the family's usual operations and relationships, often caused by stress, illness, or significant life changes.
Disabling Symptoms
Symptoms that significantly impair an individual's ability to perform daily activities or maintain functional independence.
Family Members
Individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption, considered as a group.
- Understand the psychological and social impacts of somatic and dissociative disorders on individuals and families.
- Apply nursing methodologies to efficaciously manage somatic symptom and dissociative disorders in patients.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the psychological and social impacts of somatic and dissociative disorders on individuals and families.
- Apply nursing methodologies to efficaciously manage somatic symptom and dissociative disorders in patients.
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