NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is being discharged from treatment for addiction to alprazolam and will be attending an addiction self-help group. Which statement indicates that the client has an accurate understanding of maintaining sobriety according to 12-step self-help principles?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Total abstinence (
A) is 12-step principle. Avoiding situations (
B) is unrealistic using pills (
C) or alcohol (
D) risks relapse.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement regarding the effects of chronic marijuana smoking is most accurate? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Chronic marijuana use is associated with amotivational syndrome, increased lung cancer risk due to carcinogens, and suppression of reproductive hormones like testosterone.
Question 3 of 5
Which action is best to use initially when trying to help the angry client maintain self-control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A calm voice and approach de-escalates anger by creating a non-threatening environment, encouraging the client to regain control.
Question 4 of 5
When asked to identify the characteristics of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the nurse correctly responds that most people with this disorder report which findings? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale: PTSD symptoms include nightmares, flashbacks, hyperarousal (easily startled), and concentration difficulties, reflecting trauma-related distress.
Question 5 of 5
While reviewing the client's psychiatric history, the nurse would expect to note which major characteristic of bipolar disorder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cyclic mood swings, alternating between mania and depression, are the hallmark of bipolar disorder, defining its clinical presentation.