NCLEX-RN
NCLEX-RN Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client diagnosed with major depression has sleep and appetite disturbances, a flat affect and is withdrawn. The client has been taking fluvoxamine (Luvox) 50 mg twice daily for 5 days. Which client behavior is most important to report to the next shift?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Interacting with a visitor is a positive change, indicating potential improvement, and should be reported.
Question 2 of 5
During the initial interview, a client with a compulsive eating disorder remarks, 'I can't stand myself and the way I look.' Which of the following statements by the nurse is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging the client to express feelings promotes self-awareness and therapeutic exploration of body image issues.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is speaking to a sixth grade class about drugs. A student states, 'I know someone who smokes marijuana and he says it's safe.' The nurse should tell the student:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Saying 'Marijuana isn't safe and it is illegal' is accurate, addressing the student's misconception directly and emphasizing legal and health risks.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following activities should the nurse recommend to the client on an inpatient unit when thoughts of suicide occur?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Talking with the nurse allows direct assessment and intervention for suicidal thoughts.
Question 5 of 5
A client refuses medication, stating, 'It makes me feel worse.' Which is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking about the client's experience encourages dialogue, identifies side effects, and informs the care plan. Forcing compliance, reporting refusal, or changing timing without understanding the issue is less therapeutic.