A client displays signs and symptoms indicative of hypochondriasis. The nurse would initially expect to see:
1. Self-preoccupation
2. La belle indifference
3. Fear of physicians
4. Insight into the source of her fears
ANS: 1
Assessment data for this client would include preoccupation with self, especially with physical functioning. La belle indifference (option 2) occurs with conversion disorders. There is little in-sight at first, so option 3 is incorrect. Individuals with hypochondrias have multiple visits to phy-sicians.
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