NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 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 3 of 5
Which nursing intervention is most beneficial for the client's spouse at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Modifying caregiving time reduces exhaustion, supporting the spouse's well-being while maintaining care responsibilities.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse performs a physical assessment and collects the client's health history. Which assessment findings would the nurse expect to note as the client discusses the phobia related to flying? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Discussing the phobia triggers anxiety, leading to tachycardia, tremors, and shortness of breath due to sympathetic activation.
Question 5 of 5
When debriefing the unit’s staff after the client’s catastrophic reaction the nurse stresses the need for the staff to remain calm during the event. Which statement should be the basis for the nurse’s comment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Staff agitation escalates client aggression (
C). Safety (
A) management (
B) and training (
D) are secondary concerns.