CNL644 Week 1 Discussion Questions
Use 150 words to answer each question below, one APA source per question:
- Describe the key components to the mental status exam (MSE). How do the results of an MSE apply to diagnosis and treatment planning?
- Describe the limitations of the MSE. Due to these limitations, what other information gathering is necessary to complete the full diagnosis and treatment planning process?
In a Word document, provide short answers to the statements below. Each answer should be 250-words in length.
- A screening is a type of assessment tool. Describe how and when a screening is used.
- Describe the legal and ethical parameters related to administering and interpreting assessment tools.
- Identify the sanctions and educational requirements for a professional to administer and interpret assessments as governed by your state as well as the guidelines of the American Counseling Association (ACA).
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
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