NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment finding best indicates that a child taking methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin) is experiencing undesirable side effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated blood pressure is a concerning side effect of Ritalin.
Question 2 of 5
During the initial physical examination, the nurse is most likely to detect which finding related to anorexia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lanugo (fine body hair) develops in anorexia due to malnutrition.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement regarding hospital admittance is most accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Involuntary commitment requires evidence of harm to self or others.
Question 4 of 5
When describing the characteristic developmental stage of school-age children, which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: School-age children focus on industry, working collaboratively, per Erikson's stages.
Question 5 of 5
When the social worker, who has not had experience with autistic children, asks the nurse to identify signs and symptoms of the disorder, the nurse correctly identifies which finding as most characteristic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repetitive movements are a hallmark of autism.