NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When the older client with Alzheimer's disease is confused about how to use a fork, which nursing action is best for prolonging an ability to maintain self-care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mimicking others leverages social cues, encouraging independent eating and prolonging self-care abilities.
Question 2 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.
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
If the nurse notes the following symptoms after the client begins taking sertraline (Zoloft), which one is most likely drug-related?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Insomnia is a common side effect of sertraline, an SSRI, due to its activating effects on the central nervous system.
Question 5 of 5
If the client has all of the following strengths, which one is most important for coping with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A close support network provides emotional and practical assistance, critical for coping with the challenges of an HIV diagnosis.