Asked by Jagmohan Aulakh on May 25, 2024
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A nurse asks a patient, "If you had fever and vomiting for 3 days, what would you do?" Which aspect of the mental status examination is the nurse assessing?
A) Behavior
B) Cognition
C) Affect and mood
D) Perceptual disturbances
Mental Status Examination
A systematic collection of data based on observation of a patient's behavior, aimed at assessing cognitive, emotional, and psychological function.
Fever and Vomiting
Symptoms often associated with infections or other medical conditions, indicating the body's response to fight off illness.
Cognition
The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
- Evaluate spiritual beliefs and coping mechanisms in individuals with psychiatric conditions.
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Learning Objectives
- Evaluate spiritual beliefs and coping mechanisms in individuals with psychiatric conditions.
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