NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions on Psychiatric Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with dementia is at risk for falls. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bed alarms and clear pathways address fall risks directly, promoting safety without restricting mobility or overmedicating.
Question 2 of 5
The client tells the nurse at the outpatient clinic that she doesn't need to attend groups because she's 'not a regular like these other people here.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Saying 'You say you're not a regular here, but you're experiencing what others are experiencing' validates the client's feelings while gently challenging her denial, encouraging engagement in treatment.
Question 3 of 5
When caring for a client who was a victim of a crime, the nurse is aware that recovery from any crime can be a long and difficult process depending on the meaning it has for the client. Which of the following should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the client's emotional response helps tailor interventions to their specific needs, supporting psychological recovery from trauma.
Question 4 of 5
A client on a crisis hotline says, 'My partner left me, and I feel like giving up.' Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking what 'giving up' means clarifies the client's intent, assessing for suicidal ideation or other risks while fostering communication. Reassurance, counseling suggestions, or normalizing feelings are less immediate without understanding the client's state.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of Dressing or grooming self-care deficit related to apathy, as evidenced by an inability to shower and dress herself for a female client diagnosed with schizophrenia. When planning care for this client, which of the following outcomes should the nurse expect the client to meet in a specified number of days?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The outcome of performing showering and dressing addresses the self-care deficit directly, focusing on functional improvement, which is the goal of the nursing diagnosis.