Which of the Following Areas are Parts of a Mental

Question

Which of the following areas are parts of a mental status examination?
A) Appearance and motor activity
B) Speech and mood
C) Perceptions and memory
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above mentioned areas are part of a typical mental status examination. Appearance and motor activity gives an idea about how the individual presents themselves physically and their level of agitation or restlessness. Speech and mood allow the examiner to get a sense of the individual's affect and emotional state. Perceptions and memory give insight into the individual's cognitive functioning.