HESI RN
RN Care Hope Mental Health HESI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A male client with schizophrenia continues to talk to others on the mental health unit using tangential speech. What intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Teaching the client to slow down and focus on the topic by listening to his words is a therapeutic intervention to address tangential speech and improve communication.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has been the victim of intimate partner violence. During the interview, the nurse feels angry, embarrassed, and helpless. Which explanation best describes the cause of the nurse's emotions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Subconscious blame toward the client for staying in an abusive relationship may cause the nurse's emotions, requiring recognition to provide non-judgmental care.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse assesses a client who recently began experiencing violent nightmares. Which factor in the client's history should the nurse further explore?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol use can contribute to sleep disturbances, including nightmares, making it a critical factor to explore in relation to the client's symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
An adolescent female with an eating disorder is admitted to the in-patient psychiatric unit. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing the client to select an arts and crafts activity provides a positive, non-food-related outlet for expression, supporting therapeutic engagement.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is experiencing a severe level of anxiety reports a racing heartbeat, dizziness, and expresses a sense that something dreadful will happen. The nurse observes the client pacing and waving hands rapidly. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Speaking calmly and providing assurance of safety is the first step in managing severe anxiety, helping to stabilize the client.