30th November 2023

You are performing a mental state examination on a recently admitted patient

You are performing a mental state examination on a recently admitted patient. The patient is a 20-year-old male who was admitted two days prior.

When you are asking questions, he will repeat the question back to you as well as repeating phrases or words you say throughout the consultation.

What is this an example of?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.