A nurse is working with a client diagnosed with complex somatic symptom disorder. Which of the following would the nurse identify as the most difficult aspect of providing care to this client?
A) Managing the client's pain.
B) Relieving the client's anxiety.
C) Developing the therapeutic relationship.
D) Monitoring the client's treatment program.
C
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