Community Mental Health Proctored Assessment 2023 Test Bank

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This material has 90 questions with answers and rationales. Here are the first 5.

1. 1.During an intake interview at a community clinic, a client says, "I feel like nobody listens to me." Which response best demonstrates therapeutic communication?

   • A.You should tell your family exactly how you feel.
   • B.I am sure they care about you, even if they do not show it.
   • C.Why do you think people ignore you?
   • D.You feel that people are not hearing what matters to you.

   Rationale: Reflecting the client's statement acknowledges the feeling and invites further exploration. Asking why can sound challenging, giving advice shifts responsibility to the nurse, and reassurance may dismiss the client's experience. Use reflection rather than trying to fix or explain the feeling.

2. 2.Refer to the client's chart. Which actions should the nurse take to establish a therapeutic interaction with the client? Select all that apply.

   • A.Sit at eye level and allow comfortable personal space.
   • B.Offer a qualified interpreter if the client prefers a language other than English.
   • C.Use brief, concrete questions and allow extra response time.
   • D.Ask one question at a time and tolerate pauses.
   • E.Promise that everything discussed will remain secret.
   • F.Speak loudly and rapidly to keep the interview moving.

   Rationale: The chart shows that the 8-year-old gives short answers, looks away, and becomes more engaged when given time, so eye-level positioning, simple questions, and pauses support communication. Offering a qualified interpreter supports accurate, confidential communication if needed. Rapid speech can overwhelm the client, and promising absolute secrecy is inappropriate because safety concerns may require disclosure. The vital signs are stable and do not call for a hurried interview.

3. 3.Which statement by a nurse is an example of an open-ended question?

   • A.What has been most difficult for you since returning home?
   • B.Have you spoken with your counselor?
   • C.Are you feeling anxious right now?
   • D.Did you take your medication this morning?

   Rationale: The question about what has been most difficult allows the client to choose the focus and give a detailed response. The other questions can generally be answered yes or no and may restrict exploration. Open-ended questions are useful for beginning a discussion or inviting elaboration.

4. 4.A client states, "I keep thinking the neighbors are watching me." Which response is most therapeutic?

   • A.The neighbors are not watching you; you are safe here.
   • B.You should avoid looking out the window so you do not think about it.
   • C.That sounds frightening. What have you noticed that makes you feel watched?
   • D.I can see them watching you too.

   Answer and rationale are in the full material.

5. 5.In a home visit, a client becomes silent after describing a recent loss. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

   • A.Ask several questions to fill the silence.
   • B.Remain present and allow the client time to respond.
   • C.Change the subject to a less distressing topic.
   • D.Tell the client that crying will help.

   Answer and rationale are in the full material.