Fundamental Guide to Conducting a Mental Status Examination (MSE)

This 6-page, laminated guide provides complete, step-by-step instructions for completing a Mental Status Examination (MSE). For the 14 areas to assess, it suggests what to observe, a glossary of terms, sample questions, and tips to consider. The guide also includes a sample MSE write-up for evaluation reports that gives an example of how each of the 14 areas might be discussed in a report.