NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions with Rationale Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client who sustained a brain injury from an MVA is now experiencing aggression impulsivity and poor judgment. In teaching the family which area of the brain illustrated should the nurse identify as being affected?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The prefrontal cortex (Line
B) modulates judgment aggression and impulsivity. Cortex (
A) controls motor functions hypothalamus (
C) regulates temperature/fluids and cerebellum (
D) manages balance. image4.png
Question 2 of 5
Which approach is best for managing the client's care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A nonjudgmental approach preserves the client's dignity, reducing embarrassment and supporting self-esteem during hygiene care.
Question 3 of 5
When the client begins crying and says, 'Nurse, I feel like I'm going to die,' which response is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Staying with the client provides reassurance and support, directly addressing their fear and promoting a sense of security.
Question 4 of 5
The client experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms due to alcohol dependence is prescribed chlordiazepoxide 100 mg oral x 1 then 50 mg every 2 hours until symptoms are controlled. The medication is supplied in 50-mg tablets. The nurse administered the initial dose 2 hours ago and the client is still agitated and tremulous. How many tablets should the nurse prepare to administer at this time?_ tablet(s) (Record your answer as a whole number.)
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Proportion: 50 mg/1 tablet = 50 mg/X tablets; X = 1 tablet.
Question 5 of 5
The client has been placed in restraints for violent behavior. Which statement best indicates the nurse’s understanding of the risk for client injury while being restrained?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuous monitoring (
C) prevents injury during restraint. Nutrition (
A) release mechanisms (
B) and circulation checks (
D) are secondary to constant observation.