Which Information Should a Nurse Expect to Be Coded on a DSM-IV-TR

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which information should a nurse expect to be coded on a DSM-IV-TR axis? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Physical disorders
• B)Psychosocial stressors
• C)Treatment recommendations
• D)Global assessment of functioning
• E)Past suicide attempts

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Definitions:

Pre-Employment Testing

The process of screening job applicants through various types of tests to determine their suitability for a position before hiring them.

Patient Identification

The methods and systems used to verify the identity of patients in healthcare settings to ensure they receive appropriate care and treatments.

Blood Collection

The procedure of obtaining blood samples from a person for diagnostic or treatment purposes.

Venipuncture

A medical procedure involving the puncture of a vein, typically to draw blood or administer medications.