ATI Remediation Proctored Exam 3 (Mental and Med Surg)
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who reports severe pain in their head and abdomen. The client's blood toxicology test reveals ingestion of a common insect poison. The client states, "I like to feel like I am the center of a TV show medical drama. That is why I took the poison." The client denies suicidal intent or ideation. Which of the following disorders best describes the client's condition?
Explanation & Rationale
Rationale:A. Somatic symptom disorder involves physical symptoms without a clear medical cause, but the client's intention to be the center of attention is more characteristic of factitious disorder.B. Functional neurological symptom disorder involves neurological symptoms with no identifiable neurological basis, which does not align with the client’s motivations.C. Factitious disorder involves the intentional production of symptoms to assume the sick role and gain attention, which aligns with the client's desire to be the center of a dramatic medical situation.D. Illness anxiety disorder involves preoccupation with having a serious illness despite a lack of symptoms but does not involve intentionally causing harm.
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