NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which additional nursing action is most beneficial for reducing the child's anxiety?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Handling equipment familiarizes the child with the procedure, reducing fear.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following behaviors exhibited by the child demonstrates the most severe reaction to prolonged hospitalization?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ignoring parents indicates severe emotional withdrawal, a significant concern.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment finding would lead the nurse to suspect physical abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A fresh bruise in an unusual location raises suspicion of abuse.
Question 4 of 5
What information strongly suggests that the child's fractured femur is the result of physical abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Multiple healed fractures suggest a pattern of abuse.
Question 5 of 5
If the nurse's suspicions are true, which assessment findings require further investigation?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Sexual behavior, gonorrhea, and urinary symptoms are strong indicators of sexual abuse.