HESI MENTAL HEALTH

HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED Which communication pattern is defined as confabulation? a) the flow of thoughts is interrupted b) Imagination is used to fill in memory gaps c) speech flits from one topic to another d) statements are too loose to understand b) Imagination is used to fill in memory gaps Rationale using imagination to fill in memory gaps is the definition of confabulation; it is a defense mechanism used by people experien...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH REVIEW EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A+ A client with depression remains in bed most of the day, declines activities and refuses meals. Which nursing problem has the greatest priority for this client? a.Loss of interest in diversional activity. b.Social isolation c.Refusal to address nutritional needs d.Low self-esteem C The nurse is preparing medications for a client with bipolar disorder and notices that the antipsychotic medication was ...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM LATEST QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE VERIFIED ANSWERS UPDATED GRADED A+ Which is the usual age of onset for cyclothymic disorders? a. Childhood b. Adolescence c. Middle adulthood d. Late adulthood b. Adolescence Cyclothymic disorders usually begin in adolescence or early adulthood. They typically begin later than childhood but earlier than middle or late adulthood. A nurse is caring for a patient with severe depression. After 4 months of treatment, the nurse tells...

EVOLVE HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE VERIFIED ANSWERS 100% GUARANTEED PASS Lab finding which supports liver disease Increased SGOT/AST Alcoholism priority at 72 hours Altered Nutrition. Vitamin B Deficiency = Wernicke's disease Accounts for symptoms of alcohol withdrawal delirium. Increased dopamine Administer which medication if the alcoholic patient has decreased liver function? Ativan What does Antabuse do? Raises acetaldehyde. Inhibits the absorption of alcohol...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED A+ Which statement made by a patient demonstrates a healthy degree of resilience? Select all that apply. a. "I try to remember not to take other people's bad moods personally." b. "I know that if I get really mad I'll end up being depressed." c. "I really feel that sometimes bad things are meant to happen." d. "I've learned to calm down before trying to defend my opinions." e. "I know that discussing is...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS BY EXPERT UPDATED 2024 The nurse completes a physical assessment. When asked what brought her to the hospital, the client replies that things just aren't right and begins to cry. After further conversation, the client describes her mood as very sad now. She rarely goes out or invites friends to visit. She admits that she feels like strangers are saying bad things about her. Sometimes she hears a man's voice that is a little bit scary. ...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED ALREADY PASSED An adult client who lives in a residential facility is mentally retarded and has a history of bipolar disorder. During the past week, the client has refused to wear clothes and frequently exposes their body to other residents. Which intervention should the nurse implement? B. Redirect the client to physically demanding activities The nurse develops a plan of care for a client with symptoms of paranoia a...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS ANSWERED CORRECTLY 1. At the first meeting of a group of older adults at a daycare center for the elderly, the nurse asks one of the members what kinds of things she would like to do with the group. The older woman shrugs her shoulders and says, "You tell me, you're the leader." What is the best response for the nurse to make? A "Yes, I am the leader today. Would you like to be the leader tomorrow?" B "Yes, I will be leading ...

HESI- MENTAL HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024 VERIFIED BY EXPERT GRADED A+ UPDATED During admission to the psychiatric unit, a female client is extremely anxious and states that she is worried about the sun coming up the next day. What intervention is most important for the RN to implement during the admission process? A. Assist the client in developing alternative coping skills. B. Remain calm and use a matter-of-fact approach. C. Ask the client why she is so anxious D. Administe...

HESI MENTAL HEALTH RN EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE VERIFIED SOLUTIONS A client on the mental health unit is becoming more agitated, shouting at the staff, and pacing in the hallway. When the PRN medication is offered, the client refuses the medication and defiantly sits on the floor in the middle of the unit hallway. What nursing intervention should the RN implement first? Take other clients in the area to the client lounge. A client is admitted to the mental health unit and reports taking e...