NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing instruction is most appropriate when teaching a client who self-administers haloperidol (Haldol)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rising slowly prevents orthostatic hypotension, a common side effect.
Question 2 of 5
Which outcome would the nurse expect providing honest explanations, including discussion about unpleasant experiences, to produce in a seriously ill school-age child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Honesty builds trust and confidence in caregivers.
Question 3 of 5
If the adolescent is typical of others who have grown up in an alcoholic family, the nurse would expect to assess for problems in which area?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low self-esteem is common in children of alcoholics due to unpredictable environments.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate to include when preparing a care plan for the child in the educational setting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear expectations provide structure, beneficial for ADHD management.
Question 5 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.