NCLEX-RN
NCLEX-RN Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When obtaining a nursing history from parents who are suspected of abusing their child, which of the following characteristics about the parents should the nurse particularly assess?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Difficulty controlling aggression is a key risk factor for abuse and should be carefully assessed.
Question 2 of 5
When obtaining a nursing history from parents who are suspected of abusing their child, which of the following characteristics about the parents should the nurse particularly assess?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Difficulty controlling aggression is a key risk factor for abuse and should be carefully assessed.
Question 3 of 5
The physician orders fluoxetine (Prozac) orally every morning for a 72-year-old client with depression. Which transient adverse effect of this drug requires immediate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dizziness in an elderly client increases fall risk, requiring immediate action to ensure safety.
Question 4 of 5
During the initial interview, a client with a compulsive eating disorder remarks, 'I can't stand myself and the way I look.' Which of the following statements by the nurse is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging the client to express feelings promotes self-awareness and therapeutic exploration of body image issues.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a priority to include in the plan of care for a client with Alzheimer's disease who is experiencing difficulty processing and completing complex tasks?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Breaking tasks into single steps simplifies instructions for clients with Alzheimer's, accommodating their impaired ability to process complex tasks.