Which is considered an appropriate outcome when planning care for an inpatient client diagnosed with Somatic Symptom Disorder?
A)The client will admit to fabricating physical symptoms to gain benefits by day 3.
B)The client will list three potential adaptive coping strategies to deal with stress by day 2.
C)The client will comply with medical treatments for physical symptoms by day 3.
D)The client will openly discuss physical symptoms with staff by day 4.

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The goal for a client with Somatic Symptom Disorder is to develop adaptive coping strategies to manage stress, which can help reduce the focus on physical symptoms.

Which Is Considered an Appropriate Outcome When Planning Care for an Inpatient