How often should evaluation of outcomes be conducted for a client with depression?
1. Daily
2. Weekly
3. Monthly
4. At intervals designated in the outcome criteria
ANS: 4
Evaluation is ongoing. Various outcomes will be evaluated at different intervals. The time frame for evaluation is stated in each outcome statement.
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