A nurse is caring for a client who has somatic symptom disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Teaching relaxation techniques is an appropriate nursing intervention for clients with somatic symptom disorder. These techniques, such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or guided imagery, help clients manage stress and anxiety, which can exacerbate physical symptoms. Nonpharmacologic strategies are preferred because symptoms are often amplified by psychological factors, and the focus is on improving coping rather than treating underlying pathology that may not exist. B. Prescribing pain medication is not the primary approach for somatic symptom disorder unless there is a clearly documented medical indication. Overuse of analgesics can reinforce symptom focus and lead to dependency or medication overuse complications. C. Increasing carbohydrate intake is unrelated to the treatment of somatic symptom disorder. Nutritional changes should be guided by medical needs, not by the psychological manifestations of the disorder. D. Frequent unscheduled or weekly visits to the primary care provider can reinforce health preoccupation and illness behavior, which is counterproductive in somatic symptom disorder. Instead, structured and scheduled visits should be planned to reduce unnecessary medical consultations while providing reassurance and monitoring.