NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Mental Health Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the mental health unit is preparing to establish a new group therapy session. Which client would be most appropriate for group therapy? A client
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clients with PTSD experiencing sleep difficulties are suitable for group therapy, as they can benefit from shared experiences. Acute schizophrenia, mixed bipolar episodes, and delirium tremens require stabilization before group participation.
Question 2 of 5
The husband of a client to be discharged from the hospital after an episode of major depression and a suicide attempt asks, 'What can I do if she tries to kill herself again?' Which of the following responses is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immediate professional intervention (doctor or E
D) is critical if suicidal behavior recurs.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is developing a safety plan for a client experiencing domestic violence. The nurse should recommend which elements are included in the plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: A safety plan for domestic violence includes identifying safe contacts and places (
A), emergency phone numbers (
B), a packed bag with essentials (
C), and untraceable money or credit (
D) to ensure safe escape. Annual smoke detector testing (E) is unrelated to domestic violence safety planning.
Question 4 of 5
A client reports that men in blue clothes keep looking in her window and talking about her. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most uncommitted?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suggesting a distraction like playing cards is a neutral, non-confrontational response that avoids challenging or reinforcing the delusion, making it the most uncommitted approach.
Question 5 of 5
A married female client has been referred to the mental health center because she is depressed. The nurse notices bruises on her upper arms and asks about them. After denying any problems, the client starts to cry and says, 'He didn't really mean to hurt me, but I hate for the kids to see this. I'm so worried about them.' Which of the following is the most crucial information for the nurse to determine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The priority in cases of suspected abuse is to assess for immediate safety risks to the client and her children, as this determines the urgency and type of intervention needed.