NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is to administer haloperidol 2 mg IV now to the hospitalized client. A vial of haloperidol 5 mg/mL is available. How many milliliters of medication should the nurse administer?____________ mL (Record your answer rounded to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 0.4
Rationale: Using proportion: 5 mg/1 mL = 2 mg/X mL; 5X = 2; X = 0.4 mL.
Question 2 of 5
While reviewing the client's psychiatric history, the nurse would expect to note which major characteristic of bipolar disorder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cyclic mood swings, alternating between mania and depression, are the hallmark of bipolar disorder, defining its clinical presentation.
Question 3 of 5
Which action is best to use initially when trying to help the angry client maintain self-control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A calm voice and approach de-escalates anger by creating a non-threatening environment, encouraging the client to regain control.
Question 4 of 5
When interacting with a client experiencing a panic attack, which technique by the nurse is most likely to help reduce the client's anxiety level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Explaining actions provides predictability, reducing anxiety by enhancing the client's sense of control during a panic attack.
Question 5 of 5
Staff members have expressed fear of the client who has a history of violent behavior. Which response made by the lead nurse would be most beneficial in addressing the staff’s expressed concerns?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Appearing calm and nonthreatening (
C) addresses staff concerns and guides management. Prejudging (
A) personal monitoring (
B) or overconfidence (
D) dismiss staff fears.