The family of a client diagnosed with conversion disorder asks the nurse,"Will his paralysis ever go away?" Which of these responses by the nurse is evidence based?
A)"Most symptoms of conversion disorder resolve within a few weeks."
B)"Typically,people who have conversion disorder symptoms that include paralysis will be paralyzed for the rest of their lives."
C)"The only people who recover are those who develop conversion disorder symptoms without a precipitating stressful event."
D)"Technically,he could walk now since he is intentionally feigning paralysis."

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Most symptoms of conversion disorder resolve within a few weeks. This response is evidence-based and reflects the typical course of conversion disorder symptoms. It is important for the nurse to provide accurate information to the family and to offer reassurance that the client's condition is likely to improve.

The Family of a Client Diagnosed with Conversion Disorder Asks