At the completion of this continuing education article you should be able to:

1. To explain what a Mental State Examination is and why an MSE is conducted

2. To describe the categories of a Mental State Examination.

3. To understand the difference between a Mental State Examination and a Mini Mental State Examination

Duration: 1 hour

CEU/CNE points: 1

Author:Jane. E. Thomasson

This activity has been endorsed by APEC number 50422108 as authorised by Royal College of Nursing, Australia according to approved criteria. Participation in this activity earns you 1 Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) point as part of the Royal College of Nursing, Australia Life Long Learning Program (3LP).