NCLEX-RN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with Alzheimer's disease is hoarding objects. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Allowing a few safe items satisfies the client's need to hoard while ensuring safety, reducing distress.
Question 2 of 5
The psychiatric unit is short-staffed for the evening shift. Which of the following clients should the nurse manager assign to the certified psychiatric technician instead of the registered nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A stable client with schizophrenia attending group therapy requires less intensive monitoring, suitable for a certified psychiatric technician.
Question 3 of 5
A client with paranoid schizophrenia is aggressive toward staff. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Offering a quiet space de-escalates aggression non-invasively, prioritizing safety and therapeutic intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A client with bipolar disorder is prescribed valproic acid (Depakote) 500 mg twice daily. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping valproic acid abruptly can trigger relapse; the client needs further teaching on medication adherence.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is the best predictor of a client's favorable response to the choice of an antidepressant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A family member's positive response to the same antidepressant often predicts a similar response due to genetic factors.