Somatoform and psychosomatic disorders encompass a spectrum of conditions in which psychological factors play a prominent role in the onset, maintenance, or exaggeration of physical symptoms. This chapter reviews definitions, contemporary classification schemes, etiology and risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, and evidence-based medical and nursing management. Emphasis is placed on a biopsychosocial model, integrated care approaches, and practical nursing interventions that improve patient outcomes and reduce unnecessary healthcare utilization. Practical case-focused guidance and structured nursing care plans are provided to facilitate clinical transformation in both acute and community settings.

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Care of Clients with Psychosomatic Illnesses and Somatoform Disorders

  • Bithika Mali,
  • Hasina Akter,
  • S. M. Yasir Arafat

摘要

Somatoform and psychosomatic disorders encompass a spectrum of conditions in which psychological factors play a prominent role in the onset, maintenance, or exaggeration of physical symptoms. This chapter reviews definitions, contemporary classification schemes, etiology and risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, and evidence-based medical and nursing management. Emphasis is placed on a biopsychosocial model, integrated care approaches, and practical nursing interventions that improve patient outcomes and reduce unnecessary healthcare utilization. Practical case-focused guidance and structured nursing care plans are provided to facilitate clinical transformation in both acute and community settings.