If a clinician begins by asking, "Would you tell me about yourself?," the clinician is MOST likely conducting a(n):

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The question "Would you tell me about yourself?" is an open-ended question that allows the patient to provide a broad range of information about themselves, indicating an unstructured interview. In a structured interview, questions are more standardized and specific, while an unstructured interview allows for more flexibility in the conversation. A mental status exam typically involves more specific questions about the patient's cognitive and emotional state, while an interview schedule is a more formal and structured approach to gathering specific information.

If a Clinician Begins by Asking, "Would You Tell Me