A nurse documents that "the client describes the recent breakup of a dating relationship with an emotionless tone and a flat facial expression." In which section of the mental status exam would the nurse have documented this statement?a. blockingb. feelingsc. moodd. affect
The emotionless tone and flat facial expression would describe the client’s affect. Affect is a demeanor in which one presents him or herself at the moment. Mood is a more sustained emotion such as anger or sadness.
