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    Mental Health Northern Kentucky University Proctored Exam 6

    A 24-year-old woman presents to the PMHNP for a psychiatric evaluation with a chief complaint of depression. Upon questioning, the client states that during certain periods of time, she has needed little sleep but still felt energetic. She has had "creative spurts” during these periods, during which she has started new projects, such as home decorating and writing a book. Which of the following assessment tools will the PMHNP use to assist in diagnosis?