In DSM-IV-TR,Axis V Is Used to

question 50

Multiple Choice

In DSM-IV-TR,Axis V is used to

• A) indicate the presence of personality disorders or mental retardation.
• B) indicate the presence of clinical disorders other than personality disorders and mental retardation.
• C) list relevant medical conditions.
• D) quantitatively estimate an individual's overall level of functioning.

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