Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse advises the parents to look for which change as evidence that methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin) is achieving its desired effect?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Reduced distractibility indicates improved focus, the primary goal of Ritalin.

Question 2 of 5

Which outcome would the nurse expect providing honest explanations, including discussion about unpleasant experiences, to produce in a seriously ill school-age child?

A. Confidence in caregivers B. Less anxiety about treatments C. Willingness to talk about feelings D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Honesty builds trust and confidence in caregivers.

Question 3 of 5

What is the best suggestion the nurse can give the nursing assistant caring for the 2-year-old child at this time?

A. Let the child choose from two acceptable alternatives. B. Withhold something the child desires until the child complies. C. Identify what is expected of the child, rather than ask. D. Inform the mother if the child continues to be uncooperative.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Offering choices fosters autonomy while maintaining boundaries.

Question 4 of 5

Which behavior best indicates that an adolescent is at increased risk for suicide?

A. Disobeying family rules B. Arguing with siblings C. Letting his grade average drop from a 92 to 88 D. Becoming depressed over a recent breakup with a girlfriend

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Depression following a breakup is a significant risk factor for suicide.

Question 5 of 5

Which statement regarding hospital admittance is most accurate?

A. The client cannot be committed involuntarily unless the client is uncooperative at this time. B. The client cannot be committed involuntarily unless the client poses harm to self or others. C. The client cannot be committed involuntarily unless the client cancels office appointments. D. The client cannot be committed involuntarily unless the client refuses to take medications.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Involuntary commitment requires evidence of harm to self or others.

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