During a diagnostic interview, a psychiatrist asks the client if he or she knows what day it is, what his or her name is, and where he or she is.These questions are designed to assess ____.
A)disorientation
B)discomfort
C)subjective distress
D)dysfunction

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The questions about day, name, and location are designed to assess whether the client is oriented to their surroundings. Disorientation, or confusion about these factors, could indicate a cognitive or neurological issue.

During a Diagnostic Interview, a Psychiatrist Asks the Client If