Reference no: EM133337306
Assignment:
1. Which of the following BEST describes history of presenting illness?
a. Current symptoms and the environment in which they present
b. A quote from the patient describing the reason for seeking treatment
c. A comprehensive review of the patient's psychiatric history
d. Current laboratory and diagnostic findings
2. Which of the following is NOT considered relevant to choosing a psychiatric medication?
a. The patient's medication preference
b. Past psychiatric medications
c. The insurance formulary
d. The patient's marital status
3. Which of the following BEST describes the mental status exam?
a. The mental status exam is a clinical snapshot of the patient's presentation at the time of assessment.
b. The mental status exam is a formalized cognition test.
c. The mental status exam is only recorded on initial assessments.
d. The mental status exam assesses fixed features of a patient's personality and behaviors.