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Forensic Social Worker Study Questions

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A local hospital refers a regular patient to the facility’s social worker. Madeline is considered a “frequent flyer” by the nurses due to her high number of visits. The patient exaggerates or creates symptoms of illness in an effort to seek treatment, attention, and sympathy. What disorder will the social worker want to focus on for intervention?
  1. Factitious disorder
  2. Psychological trauma
  3. Munchausen syndrome
  4. Hypochondriasis
Explanation
Answer: C - Most individuals who suffer from Munchausen syndrome are quite knowledgeable about the practice of medicine. They are able to produce symptoms resulting in lengthy medical analysis. Risk factors include childhood trauma and unavailable parents.
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