A nurse assessing a patient with a somatic system disorder is most likely to note that the patient:

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The patient frequently has altered comfort and activity needs associated with the symptoms displayed (fatigue,insomnia,weakness,tension,pain).In addition,hygiene,safety,and security needs may also be compromised.The patient is rarely able to see a relation between symptoms and events in his or her life,which is readily discernible to health professionals.Patients with somatic system disorders often derive secondary gain from their symptoms and/or have considerable difficulty identifying feelings and conveying emotional needs to others.

A Nurse Assessing a Patient with a Somatic System Disorder