You Have Been Called for an Unknown Medical Emergency

question 36

Multiple Choice

You have been called for an unknown medical emergency. On scene you are presented with an 84-year-old patient who is confused and does not obey commands. The best means of determining the patient's normal mental status would be to:

• A) examine the patient's pupils.
• B) question family members.
• C) look at the patient's medications.
• D) check the patient's vital signs.

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Definitions:

Psychoanalytic Therapy

Psychoanalytic Therapy is a form of in-depth talk therapy that aims to uncover and resolve unconscious conflicts and psychological problems rooted in childhood experiences.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on the interpersonal relationships of the patient, aiming to improve communication patterns and self-esteem.

Behavioral Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing unwanted or unhealthy behaviors through a system of rewards, reinforcements, or punishments.

Humanistic Therapy

A therapeutic approach that emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization, focusing on the individual's subjective experience.