NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which response by the nurse to the parents is most appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the difficulty of accepting the diagnosis validates the parents' emotions and opens communication without being confrontational.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse advises the parents of a child taking methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin) that, to avoid potentiating the drug's effects, it is best if their child refrains from consuming which food?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Caffeine in cola can enhance Ritalin's stimulant effects.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
When the teenager makes an appointment at a birth control clinic, which nursing attribute is most important to communicate during the initial meeting?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acceptance creates a safe space for the teen to discuss sensitive issues.
Question 5 of 5
When the nurse documents this incident, which wording is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Objective language like 'struck' accurately describes the incident without bias.