A 23-year-old college student wrote about herself, "Most of the time I'm happy and feel pretty good
about myself. I've learned that what I get out of something is often proportional to the effort I put
into it. My grades are OK.".
Based on this information, what number on the mental health continuum
should the nurse select as best reflecting the individual's state of mental health/illness?
Mental Illness Mental Health
1 2 3 4
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
ANS: D
The student states she's happy. Her self-concept is adequate. She is reality oriented, effective in her
work, and has control over her behavior. Option A would be appropriate for an individual with
severe impairment of functioning. Option B would be appropriate for an individual with moderate
impairment of functioning. Option C would be appropriate for an individual with mild impairment of
functioning.
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