Asked by Ignacio Martinez on Feb 18, 2024

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What is an initial interview? What type of information does the clinician make note of during this interview?

Diagnosis

Label given to a set of symptoms that tend to occur together.

  • Identifying the key role of the clinician in conducting the initial interview.
  • Recognizing the importance of gathering relevant information during the initial interview.
  • Understanding the purpose of an initial interview in a clinical setting.
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Erika Chacon

Feb 18, 2024

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Key terms and concepts that may be included in student responses:
▪ Initial interview-clinician's first meeting with the individual
▪ Appearance and behavior
▪ Thought processes
▪ Mood and affect
▪ Intellectual functioning
▪ Client's orientation to place, time, and person