A nurse is preparing to complete a mental status examination of an adolescent who is experiencing behavioral problems at school. When assessing the adolescent's thought processes, which characteristic would the nurse need to keep in mind about this age group? Select all that apply.

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Adolescents should be able to demonstrate abstract thinking and think hypothetically. Young children such as preschoolers view things concretely and have difficulty putting their feelings into words. School-age children demonstrate a beginning ability to use logic.

A Nurse Is Preparing to Complete a Mental Status Examination