NCLEX-RN
Mental Health RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The parents of a 20-year-old female client diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia admitted 4 days ago are attending a family psychoeducation group in the hospital. Which of the following statements by the mother indicates that she understands her daughter's illness and management?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding that basic tasks like getting out of bed and showering may be challenging reflects accurate knowledge of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia and their impact on daily functioning.
Question 2 of 5
After the nurse administers haloperidol (Haldol) 5 mg P.O. to a client with acute mania, the client refuses to lie down on her bed, runs out on the unit, pushes clients in her vicinity out of the way, and screams threatening remarks to the staff. Which of the following should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Seclusion and restraints may be necessary to ensure safety if the client poses a danger after medication.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is counseling a client who has experienced domestic abuse for several years. The client expresses fear of leaving the abuser due to financial dependence. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing information about shelters and resources addresses the client's immediate safety and financial concerns, which is the priority in cases of domestic abuse.
Question 4 of 5
A 17-year-old client who has been taking an antidepressant for 6 weeks has returned to the clinic for a medication check. When the nurse talks with the client and her mother, the mother reports that she has to remind the client to take her antidepressant every day. The client says, 'Yeah, I'm pretty bad about remembering to take my meds, but I never miss a dose because Mom always bugs me about taking it.' Which of the following responses would be effective for the nurse to make to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response highlights the importance of responsibility while opening a discussion about strategies for independence.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching two nursing assistants who are new to the inpatient unit about caring for a client who is suicidal. The nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when which of the following statements is made?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: One-to-one precautions require constant observation, not intermittent checks.