NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Psychiatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following points should the nurse include when teaching a client about panic disorder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Teaching that panic attack symptoms are time-limited and will abate is key, as it reassures the client and reduces fear, aiding in managing panic disorder.
Question 2 of 5
A client taking mirtazapine (Remeron) is disheartened about a 20 lb weight gain over the past 3 months. The client tells the nurse, 'I stopped taking my Remeron 15 days ago. I don't want to get depressed again, but I feel awful about my weight.' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's distress and facilitating a discussion with the doctor supports collaborative care.
Question 3 of 5
A client reports having blurred vision after 4 days of taking haloperidol (Haldol) 1 mg BID, and benztropine (Cogentin) 2 mg BID. The nurse contacts the physician to explain the situation, background, and the patient's disease, which information reported to the physician is the assessment of the situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting the client's symptom (blurred vision since this morning) provides the physician with the specific assessment data needed to evaluate the situation.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following observations by the nurse should suggest that a 15-month-old toddler has been abused?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Underdevelopment for age can indicate neglect or abuse, as it may reflect inadequate care or chronic stress.
Question 5 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is started on paliperidone (Invega). Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Paliperidone can increase the risk of metabolic syndrome, including elevated blood glucose, making monitoring blood glucose levels essential.