Following the admission interview, a spouse of a patient asks the nurse, "Why did you ask my partner all those questions? Some of them had nothing to do with current problems." The nurse's best response is, "Those questions help us understand:

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The mental status examination (MSE) is designed to provide information about the patient's current level of functioning. Other specific information might be obtained that contributes to the overall picture. The MSE does not provide information relating to the other options.

Following the Admission Interview, a Spouse of a Patient Asks