Mr. yeung, a recent immigrant from china, has been admitted to the observation unit for investigation of unspecified physical malaise. his family tells the nurse that mr. yeung began to exhibit certain behaviours when his import business declined and his creditors demanded money. he has subsequently made vague physical complaints for the past six weeks. which patient behaviour would alert the nurse to the potential for somatization?
1. the patient states, “i am so sad that i don't know what to do.”
2. the patient shows the nurse bottles of medication used to treat anxiety.
3. the patient presents with concerns involving back pain, dizziness, and fatigue.
4. the patient states, “my doctor diagnosed me with bipolar disorder.”