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Mental Health Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A community health nurse is planning a health fair at a local shopping mall. Which middle-class socioeconomic cultural group should the nurse anticipate would most value preventive medicine and primary health care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Northern European Americans are more likely to value preventive medicine and primary health care due to their cultural emphasis on individual responsibility for health and well-being. This cultural group often places a high value on health promotion, disease prevention, and regular check-ups as a way to maintain overall well-being. In addition, their health care seeking behavior is often influenced by a strong belief in personal autonomy and self-care practices. Therefore, when planning a health fair focusing on preventive medicine and primary health care, the community health nurse can anticipate that Northern European Americans would be more receptive to and value such services.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse should recognize that clients who have a history of missed or late medical appointments are most likely to come from which cultural group?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Native Americans are more likely to have a history of missed or late medical appointments compared to other cultural groups for several reasons. Historically, Native Americans have experienced significant health disparities, including limited access to healthcare, discrimination in healthcare settings, and cultural barriers such as language differences or distrust of Western medicine. These factors can contribute to a lack of follow-through with medical appointments. Additionally, socio-economic factors, such as limited transportation options or financial constraints, may also play a role in missed appointments among Native American clients. It is crucial for nurses to understand these cultural influences and work towards building trust and addressing barriers to healthcare access for Native American clients.
Question 3 of 5
When interviewing a client of a different culture, which of the following questions should a nurse consider asking? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Which is the best nursing action when a client demonstrates transference toward a nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When a client demonstrates transference toward a nurse, the best nursing action is to help the client clarify the meaning of the current nurse-client relationship. Transference occurs when a client's emotions and feelings from past relationships are unconsciously projected onto the nurse. It is a common occurrence in therapeutic relationships, and addressing it can lead to greater understanding and progress in the therapeutic process. By helping the client recognize and discuss these feelings, the nurse can facilitate insight, promote trust, and strengthen the therapeutic relationship. This approach allows for a more effective exploration of the client's emotions and experiences, leading to better outcomes in the nursing care provided. Terminating the relationship, encouraging the client to ignore these feelings, or immediately reassigning the client to another staff member would not address the underlying issues and could hinder the therapeutic process.
Question 5 of 5
Which client statement should a nurse identify as a typical response to stress most often experienced in the working phase of the nurseclient relationship?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Option D, "I'm not sure that I can count on you to protect my confidentiality," is a typical response to stress often experienced in the working phase of the nurse-client relationship. During this phase, the client may express concerns about trust and confidentiality as they begin to explore deeper issues and vulnerabilities. This statement reflects the client's fear or uncertainty about whether the nurse will maintain confidentiality, which is crucial for building a therapeutic relationship based on trust. Ensuring confidentiality and trust is essential for the nurse to provide effective care and support to the client.