A nurse receives a C-GAS score of 80 from a psychiatrist treating ...

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A nurse receives a C-GAS score of 80 from a psychiatrist treating a 10-year-old boy. The findings indicate that:
 
  1. The child has a poor level of functioning and needs a substantial amount of care.
   2. The child is at a normal level for his age and should continue with activities that are working.
   3. The child is managing his daily life well and reassessment should be done as needed.
   4. The child is at considerable risk and should have support systems set in place.

Question 2

A mental health nurse is beginning her assessment of a teenager. What question would be appropriate for the situation?
 
  1. What types of experiences have caused a major change in your life recently?
   2. What types of medication do you take?
   3. Please tell me three things you like about yourself..
   4. All of the above are correct questions to ask in order to assess a teen.

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Answer to Question 1

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1. The score is higher and does not indicate a poor level of functioning.
2. The C-GAS is adaptable at each age and does not indicate a need for a follow-up visit.
3. A C-GAS score of 80 falls within the normal range and does not indicate a need for a follow-up visit.
4. The child is not at risk because the score indicates management of daily life.

Answer to Question 2

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1. This question may enable the teen to feel that someone is willing to listen to his/her feelings and ideas.
2. Medications may influence how the teen copes with situations.
3. This question asks for a response of three positive thoughts about for the teen regarding himself/herself, which allows the nurse to assess the teen's self image.
4. All of the responses to these questions can be part of the assessment for the mental health professional to identify areas of concern as well as build a rapport and establish trust with the teen.