NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client undergoing a routine physical exam asks the nurse if taking the dietary supplement androstenedione sometimes referred to as “andro” would help to get in shape for football season. Which statement by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Androstenedione lacks proven benefits and has negative effects (
B). FDA oversight (
A) is partial meat comparison (
C) is false and safety (
D) is unproven.
Question 2 of 5
If a rape victim desires medical treatment but objects to having evidence collected for criminal prosecution, which nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respecting the victim's autonomy honors their right to make decisions about their care, aligning with ethical nursing practice.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to care for the newly hospitalized client diagnosed with Korsakoff’s psychosis from alcohol abuse. Which intervention should the nurse plan to implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thiamine (
A) treats confusion in Korsakoff’s due to deficiency. Octreotide (
B) is for varices restraints (
C) are not first-line and oxygen (
D) is irrelevant.
Question 4 of 5
Which form of instruction is most beneficial when preparing the anxious client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Short, simple sentences are easier for an anxious client to process, reducing cognitive overload and improving comprehension.
Question 5 of 5
If the client frequently comes to meals with the residue of soap on the face or an unbuttoned shirt, which action by the nurse is most beneficial to the client's emotional state?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scheduling hygiene after meals allows assistance without embarrassment, supporting the client's dignity and emotional well-being.