ATI LPN
Pediatric Mental Health Depression NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is conducting an in-service education session about the relationship between anxiety and bulimia nervosa. The nurse best describes the relationship by saying, 'When the client has bulimia nervosa, an increase in the anxiety level will generally result in:'
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In bulimia nervosa, anxiety often triggers binging and purging (C) as a maladaptive coping mechanism. Control (A) aligns with anorexia, overeating (B) lacks purging, and high-risk behaviors (D) are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is conducting an initial client education group with six clients recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder. On which topic should the nurse's teaching focus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Initial education for bipolar disorder should cover symptoms and etiology (D) to help clients understand their condition, forming the basis for treatment adherence. Other topics (A, B, C) are secondary at this stage.
Question 3 of 5
The community mental health client says, 'I’m afraid something is wrong with me. I don’t have any appetite. I don’t get much sleep and some days I don’t want to be alive.' What is the most important first assessment by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suicidal ideation ('don’t want to be alive') requires immediate assessment of intent and plan (B) for safety. Duration (A), collateral (C), and intake (D) are secondary to this urgent risk.
Question 4 of 5
The client who is experiencing a panic attack reports sensations of choking and smothering feelings. What is most appropriate response by the nurse to this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Staying with the client and reassuring them (A) reduces isolation and fear during a panic attack, promoting calm. Leaving (C, D) or isolating (B) may worsen anxiety.
Question 5 of 5
Which question would be most appropriate for the nurse to ask when assessing a client for signs of generalized anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent, pervasive worry (A) is a core symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Flashbacks (B) suggest PTSD, crowd fear (C) social anxiety, and sudden episodes (D) panic disorder.