HESI Mental Health

Question 1 of 5

A male client with alcohol dependence is admitted for detoxification. The nurse knows that which assessment finding is indicative of alcohol withdrawal?

A. Bradycardia B. Hypotension C. Tremors D. Hyperglycemia

Question 2 of 5

Over a period of several weeks, one male participant of a socialization group at a community day care center for the elderly monopolizes most of the group's time and interrupts others when they are talking. What is the best action for the nurse to take in this situation?

A. Talk to the participant outside the group about his behavior during group meetings. B. Remind the participant to allow others in the group a chance to talk. C. Allow the group to handle the problem. D. Ask the participant to join another group.

Question 3 of 5

A client with generalized anxiety disorder is being treated with lorazepam (Ativan). What is the most important teaching point for the LPN/LVN to reinforce?

A. Take the medication on an empty stomach. B. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication. C. This medication may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving. D. You can stop taking the medication once you feel better.

Question 4 of 5

A RN is preparing the physical environment to interview a new client for admission to the mental health unit. Which environmental setting facilitates the best outcome of the interview?

A. Dim the lights in the room to help the patient feel calm. B. Sit within two feet of the client to enhance the level of safety and security. C. Reduce the noise level in the room by turning off the television and radio. D. Position a table between the client and the RN for extra personal space.

Question 5 of 5

A client is responding to auditory hallucinations and shakes a fist at a nurse and says, 'Back off, witch!' The nurse follows the client into the day room. What action should the nurse implement?

A. Sit down in a chair near the client. B. Position self within an arm's length of the client. C. Ensure that there is physical space between the nurse and client. D. Move to a position that allows the client to be closest to the room's door.

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