A client has been admitted to the psychiatric hospital for assessment and evaluation. What behavior
might indicate that the client has a mental disorder? The client
a. is able to see the difference between the "as if" and the "for real.".
b. describes her mood as consistently sad, discouraged, down in the dumps, and
hopeless.
c. responds to the rules, routines, and customs of any group to which she belongs.
d. can perform tasks she attempts within the limits set by her abilities.
ANS: B
Option B describes a mood alteration. Options A, C, and D describe mentally healthy behaviors.
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