A 70-year-old man with mild dementia is making a will. He knows his assets, knows the natural objects of his bounty, and is not influenced by a delusion that directly affects the disposition of his property. He is demonstrating:
- A Criminal responsibility
- B Fitness to stand trial
- C Testamentary capacity ✓
- D Decisional capacity for treatment
Correct answer: C. Testamentary capacity
Explanation
Testamentary capacity refers to the legal and mental ability to make or alter a valid will. It requires knowing the nature and extent of one's property, the natural objects of one's bounty, and the disposition being made without the influence of a relevant delusion.
Reference: A Short Textbook of Psychiatry, 13th ed.
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