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Mental Health HESI Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A brother calls to speak to his sister who has been admitted to the psychiatric unit. The nurse connects him to the community phone and the sister is summoned. Later the nurse realizes that the brother was not on the clients approved call list. What law has the nurse broken?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse in this scenario has potentially violated the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) by disclosing protected health information (the sister's admission to the psychiatric unit and the phone call) to someone not authorized to receive it, which in this case is the brother who was not on the client's approved call list. HIPAA is a federal law that protects the privacy and security of individuals' medical information, and healthcare providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of patient information unless authorized by the patient or required by law to disclose it. The nurse should have verified the brother's authorization to receive such information before connecting the call to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Question 2 of 5
After disturbing the peace, an aggressive, disoriented, unkempt, homeless individual is escorted to an emergency department by police. The client threatens suicide. Which criteria would enable a physician to consider involuntary commitment? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A Latin American woman refuses to participate in an assertiveness training group. Which cultural belief should a nurse identify as most likely to have influenced this clients decision?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The cultural belief most likely influencing the Latin American woman's decision to refuse participation in an assertiveness training group is that assertiveness techniques may not be aligned with the client's definition of the female role. In many Latin American cultures, traditional gender roles and expectations place an emphasis on women being nurturing, self-sacrificing, and not assertive in their interactions. Assertiveness skills may be perceived as contradicting these cultural norms and may be viewed as inappropriate or undesirable for a woman to possess. Therefore, the client's decision to not participate in the assertiveness training may stem from a cultural belief that conflicts with the concept of assertiveness being a valuable skill for women.
Question 4 of 5
When planning care for a Latino American client, the nurse should be aware of which cultural influence that may impact access to health care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In Latino American culture, the curandero is a traditional healer who is often sought out as the first contact when illness is encountered. Curanderos may use a combination of natural remedies, spiritual rituals, and herbal medicines to treat various health issues. Understanding and respecting the cultural beliefs and practices of the client, including the use of curanderos, is important for healthcare providers to provide culturally sensitive care. Being aware of this influence can help the nurse to better engage with the client and address their healthcare needs effectively.
Question 5 of 5
A nursing instructor is teaching about cultural characteristics. Which statement by the student indicates the need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The statement "All cultures communicate freely within their group" is not accurate. Different cultures have varying communication styles and norms. Some cultures may value direct communication, while others may prefer more indirect or subtle forms of communication. It is essential for the student to understand that communication styles can differ significantly across cultures and should not be generalized as uniform across all cultures.