NCLEX-RN
NCLEX-RN Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
As the nurse is turning off the television, a client with bipolar disorder, manic phase, says, 'I want the television on so I can watch the late show. I'm not tired and you can't tell me what to do. I want it on!' The nurse should tell the client:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clearly stating the unit's rules reinforces structure and boundaries for the manic client.
Question 2 of 5
A client states, 'I'm so tired of living and just want to end it all.' Which of the following responses is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's pain and offering support is therapeutic and validating.
Question 3 of 5
A client with depression and suicidal ideation voices feelings of self-doubt and powerlessness and is very dependent on the nurse for most aspects of her care. According to Erikson's stages of growth and development, the nurse determines the client to be manifesting problems in which of the following stages?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Self-doubt and dependence reflect struggles with autonomy versus shame/doubt.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following activities should the nurse recommend to the client on an inpatient unit when thoughts of suicide occur?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Talking with the nurse allows direct assessment and intervention for suicidal thoughts.
Question 5 of 5
When developing appropriate assignments for the staff, which of the following clients should the nurse manager judge to be at highest risk for suicide completion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elderly Caucasian men living alone after a loss have the highest suicide completion rates.