A woman brings her husband to the clinic for an examination. She is particularly worried because after a recent fall, he seems to have lost a great deal of his memory of recent events. Which statement reflects the nurse's best course of action?

A) Perform a complete mental status examination.
B) Refer him to a psychometrician.
C) Plan to integrate the mental status examination into the history and physical examination.
D) Reassure his wife that memory loss after a physical shock is normal and will soon subside.

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Cassie McCarty · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Performing a complete mental status examination is necessary when any abnormality in affect or behavior is discovered or when family members are concerned about a person's behavioral changes (e.g., memory loss, inappropriate social interaction) or after trauma, such as a head injury.

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