During an interview with an older adult client, the nurse notes the client is confused as to day and time. The nurse documents this finding as an indicator of which item?
1. Affect and mood.
2. Orientation.
3. Cooperation.
4. Level of anxiety.
Correct Answer: 2
Client's ability to state name, location, and the date and time of day assesses orientation to person, place, and time. The client's affect and mood are revealed through speech, body language, and facial expression. The client was not uncooperative, but rather confused to day and time. Like affect and mood, the client's level of anxiety is revealed through speech, body language, and facial expression.
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