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ASSIGNMENT 3

Instructions

Each week you will be given a prompt to write a reflective journal assignment that will allow you to investigate areas for clinical preparation in psychiatric mental health.  The reflective journal should be substantive, containing a minimum of 250 words.  Supporting evidence for your thoughts and ideas should come from a minimum of one scholarly source.  Sources should have in-text citations where appropriate and be referenced on a reference page according to APA 7th Edition standards.

Review the video showcasing the mental status exam:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14s9jMf4vR8&t=1s

Give a brief summary of the components of the mental status exam.  Why is this critical to the care of the mental health patient?