NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The NA is helping the ED nurse admit a woman who is the victim of spousal abuse and marital rape. The NA asks the nurse what should be done with the woman’s torn and soiled clothing. What is the nurse’s best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing clothing in paper bags (
C) preserves evidence for police. Plastic bags (
A) cause mold asking the victim (
B) or leaving with her (
D) risks evidence loss.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse correctly informs the caller that most people have which physical signs after recent marijuana use? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Recent marijuana use commonly causes inflamed (red) eyes due to vasodilation, rapid pulse from cardiovascular stimulation, and restlessness from its psychoactive effects.
Question 3 of 5
The nurses critique a chart entry that says, 'States, I feel unwanted." Appears to be confused.' Which statement best describes why this entry is unsatisfactory?"
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failing to describe specific behaviors supporting 'confused' makes the entry vague, reducing its clinical usefulness.
Question 4 of 5
The NA is helping the ED nurse admit a woman who is the victim of spousal abuse and marital rape. The NA asks the nurse what should be done with the woman’s torn and soiled clothing. What is the nurse’s best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing clothing in paper bags (
C) preserves evidence for police. Plastic bags (
A) cause mold asking the victim (
B) or leaving with her (
D) risks evidence loss.
Question 5 of 5
The client expresses ambivalence about quitting smoking and also the fear of “getting fat” and “looking like a cow.” The client wonders if that is worse than smoking. Which response by the nurse is most helpful?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging weight gain fear and exploring pros/cons (
D) aids decision-making. Dieting (
A) risks relapse health focus (
B) dismisses fear closed question (
C) limits discussion.