Cognitive Reflection Test (CRT) Practice

Which statement indicates that a client's recall memory is intact?

1. "I came to the hospital in a car."

2. "I do not remember anything."

3. "I was here yesterday."

4. "What was your question again?"

The correct answer is: "I came to the hospital in a car."

The statement "I came to the hospital in a car" indicates that a client's recall memory is intact because it demonstrates the ability to remember specific details about an event related to their current experience. Recall memory involves retrieving previously learned information, and in this case, the individual is providing a clear, identifiable piece of information about how they arrived at the hospital. This implies that they are capable of remembering and articulating past experiences. In contrast, the other statements either suggest a lack of memory or do not reflect the ability to recall specific details. For instance, stating "I do not remember anything" clearly indicates memory impairment, while "What was your question again?" suggests confusion or failure to recall the previous conversation. "I was here yesterday," while indicating some recall, is less precise and does not convey specific details about how they arrived at the current situation compared to the first statement.