HESI Mental Health Practice Exam

Question 1 of 5

A female client with borderline personality disorder expresses fear of being abandoned by the nursing staff. What is the best nursing intervention?

A. Reassure the client that she will not be abandoned. B. Set limits on the client's behavior and enforce them consistently. C. Encourage the client to talk about her fears. D. Rotate the nursing staff assigned to the client frequently.

Question 2 of 5

A client sought counseling after trying to rescue a neighbor involved in a house fire. Despite the client's efforts, the neighbor died. Which action does the nurse engage in with the client during the working phase of the nurse-client relationship?

A. Exploring the client's ability to function B. Exploring the client's potential for self-harm C. Inquiring about the client's perception of appraisal of the neighbor's death D. Inquiring about and examining the client's feelings that may block adaptive coping

Question 3 of 5

An 86-year-old female client with Alzheimer's disease is wandering the busy halls of the extended care facility and asks the nurse, 'Where should I stand for the parade?' Which response is best for the nurse to provide?

A. "You can stand wherever you'd like as long as you stay safe from those in the parade." B. "You seem confused because of all the activity in the hall. There is no parade." C. "Let's go back to the activity room and see what is going on in there." D. "Remember, this is a nursing home, and I am here to help you."

Question 4 of 5

A client with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is prescribed buspirone (BuSpar). The nurse should include which information in the client's discharge teaching?

A. This medication can cause physical dependence. B. It may take 2 to 4 weeks before you notice improvement. C. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. D. You may experience sedation as a side effect.

Question 5 of 5

A client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) spends hours checking and rechecking the locks on the doors. What is the best nursing intervention?

A. Allow the client to continue the behavior to reduce anxiety. B. Encourage the client to discuss the thoughts and feelings behind the behavior. C. Prevent the client from checking the locks to break the cycle. D. Schedule specific times for the client to check the locks.

HESI Mental Health Practice Exam

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