Nurses play a key role in assessing mental health. They can use various methods, including:
1. Mental Health Screening Tools: Standardized questionnaires like the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 (GAD-7) can help assess symptoms of depression and anxiety. 2. Clinical Interviews: Engaging in conversations with patients to gather information about their mental health history, current symptoms, and any relevant personal or family history. 3. Observation: Noticing changes in behavior, appearance, and mood that may indicate a mental health condition.
