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Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
An infant displays depression by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Infants cannot verbalize depression, but excessive crying (C) beyond typical levels can signal distress or withdrawal, consistent with depressive symptoms. Smiling (A) and bonding (B) are positive, while looking away (D) is less specific.
Question 2 of 5
Exposure therapy should be referred for a child when:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exposure therapy is specifically designed for phobias, like severe social phobia (C), by gradually desensitizing the child to feared stimuli. It’s not indicated for suicidal thoughts (A), hyperactivity (B), or alexithymia (D, emotional identification difficulty).
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is explaining the difference of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD) to a parent. The best explanation is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ODD involves defiance with some remorse, while CD features rule-breaking without guilt (C), reflecting their diagnostic distinction. CD isn’t remorseful (A), ADHD doesn’t guarantee ODD (B), and constant intervention (D) overstates CD’s needs.
Question 4 of 5
A teen that is taking antipsychotic medications is complaining to the nurse that her tongue feels very thick. The nurse assesses the teen and notes that her eyes continuously look at the ceiling, and the tongue is not swollen. The nurse knows this could be a sign of:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Upward eye movement and perceived tongue thickness without swelling suggest dystonia (D), an extrapyramidal side effect of antipsychotics, not hallucinations (A), general side effects (B), or delusions (C).
Question 5 of 5
A 7-year-old boy diagnosed with ADHD is starting medications. The nurse is providing education to his parents regarding his medication. Which of the following statements is true regarding these medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: ADHD stimulants often cause insomnia or appetite suppression (B), not weight gain (A), and should be taken consistently, not just for school (C), making B the true statement.