The nurse is caring for a client who is complaining of a number of somatic discomforts associated with chronic anxiety. The nurse knows that somatic discomforts associated with anxiety include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Heartburn
2. Diarrhea
3. Epigastric pain
4. Constipation
5. Muscular tension
1,2,3,4
Rationale: Heartburn, epigastric pain, diarrhea, and constipation are all somatic discomforts that are associated with chronic anxiety. Muscular tension is often associated with acute anxiety and is not considered a somatic discomfort.
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