neurological assessment skills

How to Conduct a Mental Status Examination?


The mental status examination involves observing and interacting with the patient to assess their cognitive abilities. Key areas include:
Orientation: Ask about the time, place, and person to determine awareness.
Memory: Assess short-term and long-term memory through recall tasks.
Attention and Concentration: Use tasks like serial sevens or spelling words backward.
Language: Evaluate speech fluency and comprehension through conversation.

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