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Pediatric Mental Health Depression NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A child with a known diagnosis of autism is receiving therapy for obsessions. The type of therapy that would be appropriate for the child would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Behavior modification therapy (A) targets specific obsessive behaviors in autism through reinforcement, making it most appropriate over family (B), social (C), or medication (D) options.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting the guardians of a school-age child who has oppositional defiant disorder in identifying strategies to promote positive behavior. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend? (Select one that does not apply)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) involves defiance and hostility toward authority. Effective strategies include: (C) a reward system to reinforce positive behavior, which aligns with behavioral therapy principles; (D) school sports to channel energy and build social skills; and (E) consistency in addressing unacceptable behavior to establish clear boundaries, a cornerstone of ODD management. (A) undermines authority by giving the child control over rules, and (B) may reinforce negative behavior by focusing on it.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on an adolescent client who has depression. Which of the following are expected for this disorder? (Select one that does not apply)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Depression in adolescents commonly presents with: (B) substance use as a coping mechanism, seen in many cases as self-medication; and (D) irritability, a hallmark symptom in teens, differing from adult sadness. (A) fear of being alone is more typical of anxiety disorders, and (C) weight gain is less common than weight loss due to appetite changes in depression.
Question 4 of 5
Which factor presents the highest risk for a child to develop a psychiatric disorder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Living with an alcoholic parent (C) poses the highest risk due to environmental stress, neglect, and potential abuse, which are strong predictors of psychiatric disorders. (A) indicates genetic risk but is less direct than immediate environment; (B) and (D) lack evidence as primary risk factors.
Question 5 of 5
A kindergartener is disruptive in class. This child is unable to sit for expected lengths of time, inattentive to the teacher, screams while the teacher is talking, and is aggressive toward other children. The nurse plans interventions designed to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The behaviors suggest ADHD or a behavioral disorder. (C) reducing loneliness and increasing self-esteem could address aggression and social issues, though the question lacks a perfect fit. (A) is vague, (B) is extreme for outpatient symptoms, and (D) doesn’t match the primary issues of inattention and aggression.