HESI RN
RN Care Hope Mental Health HESI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A young adult female client is admitted to the Emergency Department after being raped in a shopping center parking lot. The client expresses no suicidal ideation but expresses feelings of self-blame for not taking precautions when going to her car. According to theorists, such as Maslow and Erikson, this client is struggling with which issue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Self-esteem is most related to feelings of self-blame, as the client struggles with self-worth post-trauma.
Question 2 of 5
A client at the mental health center reports difficulty concentrating at work, feeling very tired during the day, and sleeping 4 to 5 hours at night. To further assess for depression, which question is most important for the nurse to ask?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inquiring whether the client often feels sad directly addresses the emotional component of depression, critical for a comprehensive assessment.
Question 3 of 5
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia has been receiving haloperidol for the past year, and the treatment plan includes moving the client to a lower maintenance dosage. Which intervention should the nurse include in this client's plan of care? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Shielding from sunlight prevents sunburn due to haloperidol's photosensitivity, and gradual withdrawal avoids symptom worsening.
Question 4 of 5
An older man with a history of multiple falls at home tells the clinic nurse that his son, who was incarcerated last year for assault and battery, has become increasingly abusive since his release from prison six weeks ago. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting the client in developing an emergency safety plan is the most important intervention to ensure immediate safety in the context of ongoing abuse.
Question 5 of 5
After meeting with a healthcare provider, a client who is diagnosed with bipolar disorder is screaming and stomping both feet while pacing the hallway. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Accompanying the client to a quiet area provides a calming environment, helping to deescalate the client's agitated state.