Patient Referral and Marital Status Assessment
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What is one potential cause of referral related to personal suffering?

  • Financial difficulties
  • Unemployment status
  • Obsessions (correct)
  • Social isolation
  • Which of the following may indicate a need for referral due to dangerousness?

  • Homicidal thoughts (correct)
  • Elderly care issues
  • Workplace stress
  • Chronic anxiety
  • Which cause of referral could be associated with the relief of family distress?

  • Legal responsibilities (correct)
  • Emotional intelligence issues
  • High academic pressure
  • Acute medical conditions
  • What symptom would NOT typically lead to a referral based on personal suffering?

    <p>Physical fitness goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor listed might relate to a patient's legal responsibility?

    <p>Suicidal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you ask about the person's marital status?

    <p>If they have been married before and why they divorced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important factor to ask about in a previous marriage?

    <p>The reason for any significant disputes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which detail is essential when discussing a previous marriage?

    <p>If there were notable disagreements and their nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you inquire about the reasons for divorce?

    <p>To understand their view on commitment and conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which question is least relevant to understanding a person's previous marriage?

    <p>How many friends do they have?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors should be considered when evaluating a child's development?

    <p>The type of pregnancy and breastfeeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What question should be asked if a child has not completed their education?

    <p>What was their age when they discontinued education?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT relevant to assessing a child's educational experience?

    <p>The parents' choice of residence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following behaviors indicates a child might have issues in school?

    <p>Skipping school frequently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is important to gather about a child's growth and development?

    <p>Whether the child was wanted or unplanned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors are included in the assessment of menstrual history regarding menarche?

    <p>Age of menarche and premenstrual tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does age of menopause relate to a patient's menstrual history?

    <p>It shapes the feelings and attitudes toward menstrual cessation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following aspects should be considered when evaluating premenstrual tension?

    <p>Symptoms experienced and their duration before menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of menstrual history can indicate the severity of a patient's menstrual experience?

    <p>Attitude toward periods and regularity of cycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which question would be least relevant when gathering information on menstrual history?

    <p>What is your current income level?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common challenge faced by individuals in military history regarding their environment?

    <p>Stress of new environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of military life is often examined when discussing a soldier's experience?

    <p>Duration and any problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does dealing with authority in a military context typically involve?

    <p>Adhering to hierarchical structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is often a consequence of a soldier's entry into military service?

    <p>Experience of a new lifestyle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is military life generally characterized in terms of support?

    <p>High levels of community support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Patient Referral

    • Reasons for referral: Personal suffering with symptoms like depressed mood, obsessions, and insomnia. Legal responsibilities. Dangerousness including suicidal or homicidal tendencies. Seeking relief for the family.

    Patient's Marital Status

    • For married patients: Determine the wife's name, education level, and if the marriage was based on love or family tradition.
    • If patient is divorced: Inquire about cause of divorce, if this is the first divorce, and the date of previous divorces.

    Patient's Children

    • For patients with children: Determine if the child was planned or unintentional.
    • Regarding pregnancy: Address the type of pregnancy and breastfeeding, inquire if child development was typically normal.
    • For children enrolled in school: Ask about school enrollment age, type of schooling, academic performance, and disruptive behavior like fighting or skipping school.
    • For children who did not finish school: Inquire about the reason for quitting and the age at which they withdrew.

    Patient's Menstrual History

    • Record age of menarche, patient's feelings towards menstruation, regularity of periods, amount of flow, and premenstrual tension.
    • Record age of menopause and feelings toward it.

    Patient's Military History

    • Investigate the patient's ability to deal with authority figures.
    • Analyze the stress of the patient's transition into a new military environment.
    • Determine length of military service and if any problems arose during service.
    • Ask about experiences in the military and the patient's time of entering and leaving the military.

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    This quiz focuses on assessing patient referrals, including reasons for seeking help, marital status, and information regarding the patient's children. It encourages comprehensive understanding of personal circumstances that influence mental health. Test your knowledge on the pertinent questions to ask in these scenarios.

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