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Mental Health HESI Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Devastated by a divorce from an abusive husband, a wife completes grief counseling. Which statement by the wife should indicate to a nurse that the client is in the acceptance stage of grief?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The statement "Yes, it was a difficult relationship, but I think I have learned from the experience" indicates that the client is in the acceptance stage of grief. In this stage, individuals come to terms with the reality of the loss and start to find meaning in the experience. The client's acknowledgment of the difficult relationship but expressing that she has learned from it shows that she is accepting the situation and trying to grow from it. This statement reflects a sense of acceptance and willingness to move forward from the grief caused by the divorce.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements should a nurse recognize as true about defense mechanisms? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A jilted college student is admitted to a hospital following a suicide attempt and states, No one will ever love a loser like me. According to Eriksons theory of personality development, a nurse should recognize a deficit in which developmental stage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: According to Erikson's theory of personality development, the stage of ego integrity versus despair occurs in late adulthood, typically during the age of 65 and older. This stage involves reflecting on one's life and coming to terms with the overall meaning and purpose of one's existence. Individuals who successfully navigate this stage develop a sense of wisdom, acceptance of personal life experiences, and a feeling of integrity. On the other hand, those who struggle in this stage may experience feelings of regret, bitterness, and despair.
Question 4 of 5
When assessing clients, a psychiatric nurse should understand that psychoanalytic theory is based on which underlying concept?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Psychoanalytic theory, pioneered by Sigmund Freud, is based on the underlying concept of understanding the structure and dynamics of the personality. This theory focuses on the subconscious mind, repressed memories, and childhood experiences to analyze a client's behavior, thoughts, and emotions. By exploring the various components of the personality such as the id, ego, and superego, a psychiatric nurse can gain insight into the client's unconscious drives and conflicts. Understanding these underlying dynamics can help guide therapeutic interventions and promote personal growth and mental health.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse should recognize that this client is successfully accomplishing which stage of Eriksons developmental theory?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The stage of industry versus inferiority in Erikson's developmental theory occurs during the school-age years (around 6 to 12 years old). During this stage, children are focused on developing a sense of competence and mastering new skills. They strive to accomplish tasks, learn new things, and receive positive feedback from parents, teachers, and peers. Success in this stage leads to feelings of industry (competence), while failure or lack of support can result in feelings of inferiority. In the context of the question, a client who is successfully accomplishing tasks and feeling competent is likely exhibiting characteristics of the industry versus inferiority stage.