HESI RN
RN HESI Mental Health with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who experiences memory loss is diagnosed with Wernicke encephalopathy caused by alcohol addiction. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thiamine administration is critical for Wernicke encephalopathy to address thiamine deficiency, a key factor in this condition.
Question 2 of 5
A woman who attends a stress management group reveals to group members that though she recently divorced, she continues to care for her husband's aging parents. Which psychological mechanism should the nurse address in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Altruism involves addressing one's own needs through meeting the needs of others, and caring for the husband's aging parents is an example of this coping mechanism.
Question 3 of 5
A middle-aged female client with no previous psychiatric history is seen in the mental health clinic because her family describes her as having paranoid thoughts. On assessment, she tells the nurse, 'I want to find out why these people are stalking me!' Which response should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This open-ended question invites the client to share more about her perceptions, allowing deeper exploration without judgment.
Question 4 of 5
After several days of being despondent and nonverbal, a female client with depression begins to talk and exhibit energy. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuous observation is essential to monitor the client's behavior changes, ensuring they are not indicative of increased agitation or harm.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with postpartum depression for changes in the mood and cognitive state. Which subjective finding(s) should the nurse identify that are consistent with postpartum depression? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Disrupted sleep, poor concentration, and sadness are hallmark symptoms of postpartum depression, reflecting common mood and cognitive changes.