NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
If the client's pain is the result of a panic attack, which findings will the nurse most likely note during the physical assessment? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Panic attacks typically cause tachycardia and sweating due to sympathetic nervous system activation, reflecting acute anxiety.
Question 2 of 5
The client receiving treatment for substance dependence has not been attending group therapy. Which response by the nurse to confront this behavior is best?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Confronting nonattendance nonjudgmentally (
D) addresses denial. “Why” questions (
A) suggesting alternatives (
B) or threats (
C) are less effective.
Question 3 of 5
The client often avoids talking about cocaine use by refocusing on other problems such as losing a job and family discord. Which is the most helpful response by the nurse when the client avoids discussing using cocaine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Linking drug use to problems (
C) builds insight. Coping (
A) is inaccurate opinions (
B) cause defensiveness and avoiding issues (
D) is unhelpful.
Question 4 of 5
If the client's pain is the result of a panic attack, which findings will the nurse most likely note during the physical assessment? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Panic attacks typically cause tachycardia and sweating due to sympathetic nervous system activation, reflecting acute anxiety.
Question 5 of 5
Which initial reaction would the nurse expect if the client is typical of others who just received news of this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shock is the most common initial reaction to an HIV diagnosis, as it reflects the overwhelming and unexpected nature of the news.