NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After conferring with the nurse, which response by the receptionist to the mother is most appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Confidentiality protects the teen's privacy, especially for reproductive health.
Question 2 of 5
Which test should the nurse use to more objectively assess the toddler's overall development?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Denver II is designed to screen developmental milestones in young children.
Question 3 of 5
If the adolescent is typical of others who have grown up in an alcoholic family, the nurse would expect to assess for problems in which area?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low self-esteem is common in children of alcoholics due to unpredictable environments.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following behaviors exhibited by the child demonstrates the most severe reaction to prolonged hospitalization?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ignoring parents indicates severe emotional withdrawal, a significant concern.
Question 5 of 5
If this diagnosis is accurate, it is most important for the nurse to assess for which characteristic finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Munchausen syndrome by proxy involves a caregiver causing or fabricating symptoms.