While interviewing a client diagnosed with a delusional disorder, the client states, "I have this really strange odor coming out of my mouth
I stop to brush my teeth almost every hour and then rinse with mouthwash every half hour to get rid of this smell. I've seen so many doctors, and they can't tell me what's wrong." The nurse interprets the client's statement as reflecting which type of delusion?
A) Erotomanic
B) Grandiose
C) Somatic
D) Jealous
A
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