A patient with predominant pain disorder has been in treatment for 4 weeks. The patient says, "Although I'm still having pain, I notice it less and am able to perform more activities." The nurse should evaluate the treatment plan as:
a. unsuccessful.
b. minimally successful.
c. partially successful.
d. totally achieved.
ANS: C
Decreased preoccupation with symptoms and an increased ability to perform activities of daily living suggest partial success of the treatment plan. Total success is rare because of patient resistance.
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