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.

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The patient with a somatic symptom disorder has typically adopted a sick role in the family, characterized by dependence. Increasing independence and the resumption of former roles are necessary to change this pattern. The distractors are inappropriate outcomes.

A Patient Diagnosed with a Somatic Symptom Disorder Has the Nursing