NCLEX-RN
NCLEX-RN Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with alcohol dependency is prescribed a B-complex vitamin. The client states, 'Why do I need a vitamin? My appetite is just fine.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saying 'The vitamin is a nutritional supplement important to your health' is most appropriate, as it explains the need for B-complex vitamins to address deficiencies common in alcohol dependency.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with Major Depression and Substance Dependence is being admitted to the Dual Diagnosis Unit. In explaining the focus of this program, the nurse should tell the client:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The focus is simultaneous treatment of addiction and depression, as dual diagnosis programs address both conditions concurrently to improve outcomes.
Question 3 of 5
After administering naloxone (Narcan), an opioid antagonist, the nurse should monitor the client carefully for which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for respiratory depression is critical, as naloxone's effects may wear off before the opioid, potentially causing a recurrence of life-threatening respiratory issues.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
When caring for a client who has overdosed on phencyclidine (PCP), the nurse should be especially cautious about which of the following client behaviors?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Violent behavior is the primary concern, as PCP overdose can cause aggression and unpredictability, posing a safety risk to the client and others.