NCLEX-RN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client in an anger management group says, 'I get mad, but I don't want to hurt anyone.' Which goal should the nurse prioritize for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying early signs of anger escalation helps the client intervene before losing control, preventing harm. Exercise is a coping strategy, suppression is unhealthy, and leaving situations is less proactive than early intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A teacher is talking to the school nurse about a child in her classroom who has a tic disorder. The teacher mentions that the boy frequently trips other children should be a good, about the teacher then further states that she ignores him when that happens because it is part of his disorder. The nurse should tell the teacher?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tripping others is not a tic and should be addressed as a behavioral issue, not ignored.
Question 3 of 5
A client who was recently discharged from the psychiatric unit telephones the unit to speak to the nurse. The client states that she took her children to the neighbors' house and has turned on the gas to kill herself. She is home alone and gives the nurse her address. Which of the following actions should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immediate police notification is critical to ensure the client's safety in an active suicide attempt.
Question 4 of 5
The client with kidney stones refuses to eat lunch and rudely tells the nurse to get out of his room. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking what is upsetting the client acknowledges his anger and invites him to express underlying concerns, promoting therapeutic communication. The other responses either dismiss his feelings, assume pain, or fail to engage with the emotional issue.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following comments indicates that a client understands the nurse's teaching about sertraline (Zoloft)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Delayed ejaculation is a known side effect of sertraline, indicating correct understanding.