Question

The DSM-5 replaced the DSM-IV-TR "Not Otherwise Specified" or NOS label with 2 additional categories: "Other specified (disorder)" and "Unspecified (disorder)". Which of the following statements accurately represents the Unspecified diagnostic categories?a) The Unspecified diagnosis is considered when the practitioner considers the
client’s condition is time-limited; 6 months or less
b) The Unspecified diagnosis is considered when the client has fewer than 3
symptoms of any of the disorders in a specific diagnostic classification
c) The Unspecified diagnosis is used when the practitioner chooses not to
specify the reason that criteria are not met for a specific disorder
d) The unspecified diagnosis is used when the client shows symptoms in 2 (or more)
disorders in separate diagnostic classifications

Answer 1

Answer:

The Unspecified diagnosis is used when the practitioner chooses not to specify the reason that criteria are not met for a specific disorder.

Option: (C)

Explanation:

• When an apparent disorder is found to have symptoms that do not fit any criteria of specified disorders, the practitioner can choose not to specify the reason for the disorder until a solid conclusion can be made.
• The practitioner can, on the basis of doubt, carry out multiple tests to determine the cause of the disorder and then specify the reason.