Which of the Following Is the PRIMARY Purpose of the Mental

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of the mental status exam?

• A) To make a firm diagnosis of the client's problem.
• B) To accurately evaluate the client's current cognitive processing.
• C) To gather enough information to be able to refer the client.
• D) To plan treatment for the client.
• E) All of the above

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