What other history is likely to be found by the psychiatrist

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A 29-year-old woman is involved in litigation, accusing her pain management physician of malpractice. The patient was seen by the pain management specialist for chronic low back pain symptoms. The patient underwent several procedures, including an epidural injection with minimal pain relief. After the provider became suspicious that the patient was feigning her symptoms, she was discharged from the practice. Shortly afterward, the patient developed severe ataxia and loss of function in her lower extremities. She accused her pain management physician of causing her disability. The physician's defense attorney consults a psychiatrist. A careful review of the patient's medical record reveals that a physician has seen her for 28 somatic symptoms since she was 18, with no supporting medical evidence. The patient has a history of numerous jobs in the field of nursing, many ending in termination. What other history is likely to be found by the psychiatrist?

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