NCLEX-RN
Mental Health RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult client diagnosed with anxiety disorder becomes anxious when she touches fruits and vegetables. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Teaching cognitive behavioral approaches is appropriate, as it helps the client manage anxiety by addressing irrational thoughts and developing coping strategies.
Question 2 of 5
The friend of a client with depression and suicidal ideation asks the nurse, 'How should I act around her?' Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Being caring and genuine fosters trust and supports the client's emotional needs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is counseling a client who has experienced domestic abuse for several years. The client expresses fear of leaving the abuser due to financial dependence. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing information about shelters and resources addresses the client's immediate safety and financial concerns, which is the priority in cases of domestic abuse.
Question 4 of 5
The client is fidgeting and has trouble sitting still. He has difficulty concentrating and is tangential. Which of the following interventions should help manage this client's level of anxiety? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, E
Rationale: Interventions include: Refocusing attention (
A) to manage distractibility, suggesting a time-out (
C) to reduce overstimulation, and assisting with problem solving (E) to address anxiety triggers. Ventilation (
B) and IM medication (
D) are less appropriate initially.
Question 5 of 5
A client is becoming agitated during a discussion: 'The client is the same, “I know that the nurse.' She leaves the group and goes to her room. Which action by the nurse is most therapeutic for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Approaching the client individually after the group allows her to process her agitation in a safe, private setting, reducing potential embarrassment and fostering trust.