Which assessment question could a nurse ask to help identify secondary gains associated with a somatic symptom disorder?

A) "What are you unable to do now but were previously able to do?"
B) "How many doctors have you seen in the last year?"
C) "Who do you talk to when you're upset?"
D) "Did you experience abuse as a child?"

Secondary Gains

Benefits received indirectly from being ill or in distress, such as attention, sympathy, or avoidance of responsibilities.

Assessment Question

A question used by healthcare providers to gather information for evaluating the state and needs of a patient.

Previously Able

Describes a state or condition where an individual was once capable of performing or functioning in a certain way but has since experienced a decrease or loss in ability.