NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
If the nurse's suspicions are true, which assessment findings require further investigation?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Sexual behavior, gonorrhea, and urinary symptoms are strong indicators of sexual abuse.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
When performing a brief check of the client's mental status, which question is most appropriate for assessing the client's orientation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the date assesses orientation to time, a key component.
Question 4 of 5
When the nurse documents this incident, which wording is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Objective language like 'struck' accurately describes the incident without bias.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is aware that whenever preparing a school-age child for a procedure, test, or medical treatment, which is the most important information to convey?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Describing what will happen reduces fear of the unknown.