A nurse assesses a patient diagnosed with conversion (functional neurological) disorder. Which comment is most likely from this patient?
A) "Since my father died, I've been short of breath and had sharp pains that go down my left arm, but I think it's just indigestion."
B) "I have daily problems with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. My skin is very dry, and I think I'm getting seriously dehydrated."
C) "Sexual intercourse is painful. I pretend I'm asleep so I can avoid it. I think it's starting to cause problems with my marriage."
D) "I choke very easily and have trouble swallowing when I eat. I think I might have cancer of the esophagus."
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