Mini Mental Status Exam

The recent test was a bit of a wake up call. I missed the i**103 question. It's frustrating in that I calculated the correct result, but for some perverse reason chose the wrong selection. I guess once solved, my mind tends to wander on to the next question. With only 10 multiple choice questions, this can have a devastating impact. From a return on investment, this is definitely an area worth improving. I generally do a substantial portion of course exercises in my head, and don't bother writing them down. This is perhaps a mistake on my part, since recording the results correctly is a critical final step worth practicing. Unfortunately, this approach does significantly increase the time necessary to complete the exercises.

I took the Self-Quiz that we normally have at the end of the unit but we also and a graded Quiz so it was a really interesting unit.

It helped me to have a broader view in my field of competency and to find new ideas from people who shared their own.

I’m looking forward to the brain exercises! I would like to be able to accurately isolate any saboteurs that may be hindering my personal and professional growth.I am anticipating using the PQ brain exercises to refocus my mind while prospecting.

8. List the nursing implications and education needs for each of the following categories of medication related to heart failure: See Attached

I realized, upon taking the various assessments, that even though I was reasonably aware of my personal strengths and character traits, to have the opportunity to have them confirmed and then exposed to some I wasn’t aware of has uncovered qualities and attributes that I have now begun to employ in my everyday life, both naturally

Kirbas et al. (2013) used SD-OCT images to analyze RNFL thickness in untreated AD patients without visual impairment, and compared the results with healthy controls. In addition, patients were also administered a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) which served to ensure that the patients were in an early stage of AD. In this study all of the optic nerve quadrants were analyzed, but the only significant results were those for the superior quadrant (76 ± 6.7 mm vs 105 ± 4.8 mm; P = 0.001), as well as the overall average RNFL thickness (65 ± 6.2 mm vs 75 ± 3.8 mm; P = 0.001). Furthermore, there was no correlation between MMSE scores and OCT measurements. In brief, there was a noticeable decrease in the total RNFL thickness of AD patients

Before starting the assessment with the patient I read through his patient notes to learn about their family history for example with this patient he has no relationship with his brother but his closest relative is his uncle that visits him often. I also asked the Nurse in Charge (NIC) and my educator about any sensitive subjects I should be aware of and discussed his medical history and state of health on the day of the assessment. This was done to gain an understanding of his behaviour and knowledge of his experience before and during his illness (Creek and Lawson-Porter, 2008). On reflection this allowed me to gain a huge insight into the history of his mental illness. This allowed me to feel comfortable when he brought up the subject of his illness as I felt as if I had an insight into his past. I also felt that by him bringing this conversation up he felt as if he could trust

Interviews in Clinical Assessment- According to our book, clinical interviews are the fundamental component. Like any assessment instrument or strategy, the interview has the defined

The main purpose of the ensuing evaluation is to determine if Ms. Tyler is competent to stand trial for accused crimes, and needs to be evaluated for criminal responsibility. She exhibits signs of mental illness; further investigation via a mental status assessment is required.

So honestly, almost everything I learned was new and it was interesting information that I thought was really cool to

Tehila started the interview stating that she does not want either of her parents or stepmother to know what she says during her meeting.

My client is a 25-year-old South Asian woman. She appears thin with long black hair and brown eyes. She is wearing dark pants, a long sleeved blue shirt with a multicoloured scarf. Her clothing is neat and appropriate to her environment. She is wearing makeup, appears clean and is well put together. The client answers direct questions but does not provide a lot of information. Patient is willing to provide more information when asked directly or prompted by the writer. The client’s rate of speech was slow at first but as the interview continued, became a normal rate. Her speech was clear; however spoke in a soft volume with a monotone voice. Her rhythm was smooth and her speech was not pressured. The client’s

Stout and Dr. Williams provided. With the information that was given, I will be able to go into an interview and not be as thrown off guard with what is watched for and the questions

Psychological tests and or psychological assessments are an important asset in the field of psychology. These tests are designed to measure people’s characteristics which pertain to behavior. There are a variety of different types of tests that can be used to assess different types of behaviors. According to the specific behavior or behaviors being assessed, tests are categorized into two types, ability tests and personality tests. Ability tests, which encompass achievement, aptitude, and intelligence testing are used to determine capacity or potential by measuring scores based on speed, accuracy, or both. On the other hand, personality tests, which include structured or projective are used to determine behavior traits, that may be overt