NCLEX-PN
Mental Health NCLEX Questions and Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which therapeutic nursing intervention is most beneficial for a client diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expressing feelings helps process trauma, reducing PTSD symptoms by fostering emotional regulation and insight.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing the college student who presents with generalized fatigue dry mouth tachycardia and an increased appetite. Which additional finding from the client’s history and physical exam should alert the nurse to explore possible marijuana abuse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Conjunctival infection (
D) is a marijuana sign with fatigue dry mouth tachycardia and appetite increase. Paranoia (
A) is methamphetamine flashbacks (
B) are hallucinogens gastric issues (
C) are alcohol.
Question 3 of 5
The hospitalized client has a history of weekly moderate alcohol use. Which symptoms assessed by the nurse indicate that the client may be experiencing alcohol withdrawal? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C ,D ,E
Rationale: Withdrawal causes agitation (
A) tachycardia (
C) hallucinations (
D) and tongue tremor (E) via NMDA receptor activity. Hypotension (
B) is incorrect; hypertension occurs.
Question 4 of 5
Which translation method is most beneficial for the client when the nurse obtains the client's history?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A professional translator ensures accurate and confidential communication, critical for obtaining a reliable health history.
Question 5 of 5
The newly admitted client is expressing anger with increasing intensity. Which therapeutic site should the nurse recommend to the client for gaining control over the increasing anger?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A quiet visible corner near the station (
D) aids de-escalation. Private rooms (
A) and outdoor areas (
C) lack visibility and the dayroom (
B) is too stimulating.