Question

You are caring for a patient with numerous physiological complaints. A family member tells you that the patient is pretending to have the symptoms of a stomach ulcer to avoid going to work. Which somatoform disorder is this patient most likely experiencing? a) Hypochondriasis b) Somatization c) Somatoform pain disorder d) Malingering

Answer 1

D.

Step-by-step explanation:

The patient is most likely experiencing:

d) Malingering

Malingering is a somatoform disorder characterized by intentionally feigning or exaggerating physical or psychological symptoms for external incentives, such as avoiding work or gaining some other benefit. In this case, the patient is pretending to have symptoms to avoid going to work, which is consistent with malingering.