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Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Serotonin deficiencies can cause in children.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, anxiety, and appetite. Deficiencies can lead to panic (anxiety disorders), obsessions (as in OCD), and bulimia (an eating disorder linked to serotonin imbalance). Since all listed conditions are associated with serotonin deficiencies, option D is correct.
Question 2 of 5
An 8-year-old boy with a history of hallucinations and violent behavior has been placed in a seclusion room at the hospital because he has been hurting others. The nurse checks on the patient and realizes she must take him out of the seclusion room when:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Seclusion must end if the child poses an immediate risk to themselves, such as headbutting a window, which could cause injury. Emotional pleas (A, B) or threats (D) do not override safety protocols unless de-escalation is confirmed.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A teenage girl with a known history of bipolar disorder has been taking Lithium for a year. The doctor has ordered that the teen start taking Haloperidol because of increased irrational behavior. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Haloperidol can be used with lithium, but education on side effects (A) like extrapyramidal symptoms is crucial. There’s no absolute contraindication (B), and timing (C) or verification (D) are secondary to patient education.
Question 5 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).