HESI RN
RN HESI Mental Health with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A college student is admitted to the mental health unit following a drug overdose. The student tells the nurse about the overdose following the end of a romantic relationship. Which is the primary goal for hospitalization that should be included in this client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Returning to the previous level of functioning is the primary goal, focusing on restoring the client's ability to manage daily life and cope with stressors.
Question 2 of 5
An 18-year-old client is brought to the emergency department with a suspected drug overdose. Which information is most important for the nurse to obtain from the family?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Knowing the specific drug ingested is critical to determine the appropriate treatment, as different drugs require specific antidotes or interventions.
Question 3 of 5
A 16-year-old female client is admitted to the psychiatric unit and states that she is depressed and anxious. The client appears frail and is wearing baggy clothes. When it is time for lunch, the client states, 'I can't eat, I'm already overweight.' What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This open-ended response encourages the client to express emotions, providing insight for further assessment and care planning.
Question 4 of 5
A client who refuses antipsychotic medications disrupts group activities, talks with nonsensical words, and wanders into client's rooms. The nurse decides that the client needs constant observation based on which of these assessment findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wandering into clients' rooms poses a safety risk to the client and others, necessitating constant observation.
Question 5 of 5
A homeless male who was found sitting in the middle of a busy street is brought to the emergency department (ED). On admission, the client is confused and has difficulty answering questions. After ruling out a physiological etiology for the client's behavior, he is transferred to the mental health unit. When admitting the client to the unit, which action is most important for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing a mental status exam is critical to assess the client's consciousness, orientation, and thought processes, identifying potential mental disorders.