Mental Status • Mental status is a person’s emotional and cognitive functioning o Optimal functioning aims toward simultaneous life satisfaction in work, caring relationships, and within the self o Usually, mental status strikes a balance between good and
Mental Status • Mental status is a person’s emotional and cognitive functioning o Optimal functioning aims toward simultaneous life satisfaction in work, caring relationships, and within the self o Usually, mental status strikes a balance between good and bad days, allowing person to function socially and occupationally Question The nurse understands that all of the following are components of the mental status assessment except? 1. Known illness or health problem 2. Current medications known to affect mood or cognition 3. Cultural background 4. Personal history; current stress, social habits, sleep habits, and drug and alcohol use The correct answer is 3. The other choices are all elements of the interview that contribute to interpretation of the findings of the examination.
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