Orientation to Person, Place, and Time
Orientation status cannot be determined from the available information.
Orientation Assessment Method
Orientation should be assessed by asking about each domain during the mental status examination.
- Person orientation is supported by correct identification of the patient’s own name and role.
- Place orientation is supported by correct identification of the facility (or city/state) and type of location.
- Time orientation is supported by correct identification of the current date or at least the month and year, plus whether it is morning/afternoon/evening.
Documentation Standard
Orientation should be documented as oriented or not oriented for each domain (person, place, time) and the specific incorrect responses should be recorded.