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A nurse is providing education about somatic symptom disorder to a client's family. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse include in the education?

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Choice A is correct because individuals with somatic symptom disorder indeed experience real physical effects, but these are primarily driven by emotional factors rather than physical causes. The nurse should explain this to help the family understand that the symptoms are not fabricated.
Choice B is incorrect because suicidal ideations are not a defining characteristic of somatic symptom disorder.
Choice C is incorrect as individuals with somatic symptom disorder are not intentionally faking symptoms.
Choice D is incorrect as there are various treatment options available, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and medication.

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