A nurse is working with a patient who has been diagnosed with a somatoform disorder. The patient asks, "My last tests didn't show anything. When will I have more diagnostic testing?" Which nursing response would be most therapeutic?
a. "You are resisting the idea that you do not have a physical illness.".
b. "No more tests will be ordered. Your health maintenance organization (HMO) won't pay for repeating any tests.".
c. "We think you need a rest from all the testing. We'll consider more tests at a later time.".
d. "Since the tests were all negative, we will focus next on evaluating the role of stress in your life.".
D
This approach acknowledges the reality of the patient's symptoms and suggests the possibility of stress as a contributing factor.
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