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 the current problems." The nurse's best response is based on what assessment focus of the mental status examination (MSE)?

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The assessment focus of the mental status examination (MSE) is on the patient's current status, including their thought processes, mood and affect, behaviour, and perception. The nurse's questions were likely aimed at assessing these areas and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the patient's mental health.

Following the Admission Interview, a Spouse of a Patient Asks