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all three words are remembered

able to categorize, count, and remember listed items

correct responses when patient has average intelligence

abstract reasoning

adequate interpretation when patient has average intelligence

arithmetic calculations

able to complete calculations with few errors within 1 minute

writing ability

able to write name, address or phrase; for patients unable to read -- able to draw desired figure

execution of motor skills

patient follows commnds and carries out action with little difficulty

immediate recall: able to repeat sentences or numbers
recent memory: able to remember test objects
remote memory: able to recall verifiable past events

responds to directions appropriately

able to evaluate situations and provide appropriate response, manages family and business affairs appropriately

During the mental health assessment, which speech and language findings would the nurse note as normal?

variability in speech, proper pronunciation, use of inflections

How should the nurse evaluate communication in infants who have not yet developed language skills?

evaluate the infant's cries

which test is used as a tool to evaluate mental health in older adults?

isaacs set test

when evaluating patient articulation as part of a speech assessment, which findings would the nurse note as abnormal?

repetitions, slurring, hesitancy, inarticulation

which findings related to emotional status would the nurse note as abnormal?

carelessness, apathy, rage, hostility