A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of somatic symptoms disorder. The nurse should identify that the client must have been experiencing manifestations of the disorder for how long before diagnosis?

C. It indicates a positive childhood experience where the adolescent has a supportive and attentive teacher who listens well. Positive relationships with supportive adults, such as teachers, coaches, or mentors, can serve as protective factors for adolescents with anxiety disorders

A. This statement suggests that the adolescent experiences stress and worry related to their sibling's health problems, which may exacerbate their anxiety rather than serving as a protective factor.

B. This statement provides information about the adolescent's family background but does not necessarily indicate a positive childhood experience or protective factor for anxiety.

D. Frequent moves associated with military life may present challenges rather than protective factors for anxiety, such as disruptions in social relationships and support networks.

C. Codependency refers to a dysfunctional pattern of behavior in which a person excessively relies on another individual (often a partner or family member) for their sense of identity, self- worth, or emotional well-being. In this scenario, the partner's demand to see the client's records

and treatment plan, as well as the assertion of needing to oversee the treatment, suggests an excessive need for control and involvement in the client's life and healthcare decisions.

A. Manipulation involves influencing or controlling someone in a deceptive or dishonest way to achieve one's own goals.

B. Marginalization refers to the exclusion or relegation of a person or group to a lower or outer edge of society or a group.

D. Enabling refers to behaviors that unintentionally or intentionally allow someone to continue engaging in harmful behaviors or avoid facing consequences.