NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
If the client's drug screen is positive for cocaine, it is most appropriate for the nurse to advise a staff person to monitor the client closely for which finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cocaine's stimulant effects increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias, a potentially life-threatening complication requiring close monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is interacting with the client who abuses methamphetamine. The client states “I don’t plan to quit meth. I can work for days when I’m high.” Which is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restating neutrally (
C) encourages reexamination. Directives (
A) labeling denial (
B) or agreeing (
D) are less effective.
Question 3 of 5
Which information is most appropriate for the nurse to tell the client about taking alprazolam (Xanax)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol potentiates alprazolam's sedative effects, increasing the risk of respiratory depression and overdose, making this a critical instruction.
Question 4 of 5
The client states “I go out just about every weekend and drink pretty heavily with my friends. Does that mean I’m dependent on alcohol?” Which is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dependence involves a compulsive need causing distress if unmet (
C). Intoxication (
A) or frequency (
D) don’t define it and guilt (
B) is irrelevant.
Question 5 of 5
What nursing approach is most beneficial for helping the nursing assistant at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing expression of feelings helps the assistant process grief, supporting emotional well-being after a distressing event.