[Expert Solution]: A 33-year-old woman presents to the…

A 33-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with sweating, dizziness, and tremor. She states that she began feeling unwell over the past hour, but is otherwise unable to provide more history about her condition. Her stat glucose level is measured at 56 mg/dL. Information available in the electronic medical record reveals monthly emergency department visits at multiple healthcare facilities over the past year. She says that she has had similar symptoms in the past, but will not provide more details. She works as a home health aide for a patient with dementia and type II diabetes. As the patient is walking to the bathroom, the nurse notices a syringe inside the patient’s purse. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? Borderline personality disorder Factitious disorder imposed on self Malingering Somatic symptom disorder