NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is aware that whenever preparing a school-age child for a procedure, test, or medical treatment, which is the most important information to convey?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Describing what will happen reduces fear of the unknown.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following data best correlate with the profile of a person with anorexia nervosa?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High achievement and perfectionism are common in anorexia profiles.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is the best indication that haloperidol (Haldol) is achieving a therapeutic effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reduction in hallucinations indicates therapeutic efficacy.
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing instruction is most appropriate when teaching a client who self-administers haloperidol (Haldol)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rising slowly prevents orthostatic hypotension, a common side effect.
Question 5 of 5
Which instruction is most important for the nurse to recommend to the teenage mother regarding parenting the infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cuddling and talking foster bonding and emotional development, critical for the infant.