HESI RN
RN HESI Mental Health with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is completing the admission assessment of an adolescent client who is underweight and admitted to a psychiatric unit with a diagnosis of depression. Which finding requires notification to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A potassium level of 2.9 mEq/dL is below normal, indicating hypokalemia, which can cause cardiac and neuromuscular issues, requiring immediate notification.
Question 2 of 5
A young woman is preparing to be discharged from the psychiatric unit. Which nursing intervention is most important for the nurse to Include in this phase of the nurse-client relationship?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing community resource information is crucial during discharge to support the client's transition and ensure continuity of care.
Question 3 of 5
During a high school class on substance abuse, a student tells the group, 'If I tried cocaine, I know I could handle it. I know when to stop.' Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This response directly challenges the student's confidence in controlling cocaine use, explaining that it impairs judgment, making it harder to stop.
Question 4 of 5
Which client Information indicates the need for the nurse to use the CAGE questionnaire during the admission interview?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily alcohol consumption raises concerns about potential misuse, making the CAGE questionnaire appropriate to screen for alcohol use disorder.
Question 5 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: C
Rationale: Self-esteem is the primary issue, as the client's self-blame indicates an impact on self-worth, crucial for emotional recovery.