In the Mental Status Exam, Concepts Such as Circumstantial, Flight

question 39

Multiple Choice

In the mental status exam, concepts such as circumstantial, flight of ideas, logical and organized, loose associations, tangential, and poverty refer to the client's:

• A) content of thought.
• B) thought processes.
• C) cognitive functioning.
• D) affect and mood.
• E) All of these are true.

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A complex mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, often characterized by delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking.

Mental Health

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Adopted Son

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Psychological Stimulus

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