The nurse is caring for a 40-year-old patient suspected of having a somatic symptom or related disorder. Which symptoms within the psychological domain would suggest that the patient does not have a somatic symptom or related disorder? Select all that apply.

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2. Individuals with somatic symptom and related disorders may exhibit the following psychological symptoms: dissociation; hallucinations; crying; decreased interest; decreased productivity; depression; difficulty concentrating; feelings of apprehension, helplessness, worthlessness; focusing on the past; hypercritical; irritability; persistent worrying preoccupation with negatives; and withdrawal. Flashbacks are associated with dissociative disorders and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Compulsions are associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
3. Individuals with somatic symptom and related disorders may exhibit the following psychological symptoms: dissociation; hallucinations; crying; decreased interest; decreased productivity; depression; difficulty concentrating; feelings of apprehension, helplessness, worthlessness; focusing on the past; hypercritical; irritability; persistent worrying preoccupation with negatives; and withdrawal. Flashbacks are associated with dissociative disorders and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Compulsions are associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

The Nurse Is Caring for a 40-Year-Old Patient Suspected of Having