A physician confronts Addison with evidence that her symptoms are factitious. It is MOST likely that Addison will:
A) create new symptoms that are more difficult to disprove.
B) produce false medical records to support her original symptoms.
C) leave the facility and immediately seek treatment from a different physician.
D) take measures that increase the intensity of her original symptoms.

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Patients with factitious disorder, when confronted with evidence that their symptoms are not genuine, often leave the healthcare setting to seek treatment elsewhere, avoiding confrontation and maintaining their sick role.

A Physician Confronts Addison with Evidence That Her Symptoms Are