HESI RN
RN Care Hope Mental Health HESI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adolescent who is exhibiting a depressed affect receives a prescription for an antidepressant drug. While the client is taking the antidepressant, which comparison of the client's behavior before and after taking the drug is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The emotional quality of attitude reflects the client's internal state and is a key indicator of the antidepressant's impact on their depressive symptoms, making it the most critical aspect to assess.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
While visiting the community mental health center, a client with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder asks the nurse if what is shared with the staff will be shared with family members. How should the nurse respond to this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response provides accurate information about confidentiality while acknowledging exceptions when safety is at risk, addressing the client's concern clearly.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A client is admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit, and the antipsychotic medication clozapine is prescribed. Which intervention should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clozapine is associated with the risk of agranulocytosis, so regular monitoring of WBC counts and reporting findings to the healthcare provider is essential.