NCLEX-RN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is receiving 6 mg of selegiline transdermal system (Emsam) every 24 hours for major depression. The nurse should judge teaching about Emsam to be effective when the client makes which statement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding heat sources like saunas is critical with Emsam to prevent hypertensive crisis due to MAOI effects.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the best predictor of a client's favorable response to the choice of an antidepressant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A family member's positive response to the same antidepressant often predicts a similar response due to genetic factors.
Question 3 of 5
After months of counseling, a client abused by her husband tells the nurse that she has decided to stop treatment. There has been no abuse during this issue, and she feels better the nurse. In the needs of her husband and children. In discussing this decision with the client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the client's rationale promotes therapeutic communication and helps the nurse understand her decision-making process, ensuring her safety and autonomy are considered.
Question 4 of 5
While meeting with the nurse, a client's wife states, 'I don't know what else to do to make him stop drinking.' The nurse should refer the wife to which of the following organizations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Referring the wife to Al-Anon is appropriate, as it provides support for family members of individuals with alcohol dependency, helping her cope and set boundaries.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's chart and notes incomplete documentation of a restraint episode. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting to the nurse manager ensures oversight and correction of documentation errors, maintaining safety and compliance. Completing documentation risks inaccuracy, protocol review is secondary, and client interviews are inappropriate for this issue.