Mental Health NCLEX Practice Questions
300 questions
A client with avoidant personality disorder is admitted to the psychiatric unit. Which behavior is consistent with this diagnosis?A client with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is experiencing dissociative amnesia. What nursing intervention is most appropriate?A client diagnosed with anxiety disorder is hyperventilating and trembling. Which therapeutic communication technique should the nurse use initially?A client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa is resistant to gaining weight and expresses fear of becoming "fat." Which therapeutic approach…Which of the following is a common comorbidity seen in individuals with eating disorders?A patient has an intense fear of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or animals. What type of…Bulimia nervosa is characterized by:A client experiences recurrent intrusive thoughts of harming themselves or others, along with compulsive behaviors such as counting or checking.…A client diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is experiencing dissociative amnesia. What nursing intervention is most appropriate?A client with schizophrenia says to the nurse, "I hear voices telling me to hurt myself." Which response by the…The nurse is assessing a client with dissociative identity disorder. What assessment finding would indicate successful treatment?A client diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder is experiencing a switch to a different personality during a therapy session. What…Which of the following is characterized by excessive worry and anxiety about a variety of events or activities, often accompanied…Which anxiety disorder is characterized by persistent, irrational fear of a specific object or situation, leading to avoidance behaviors?Which type of depression involves recurrent episodes of depression along with at least one hypomanic episode?Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is most commonly associated with which season?Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for a client with binge-eating disorder?A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder becomes angry and threatens to harm themselves. Which therapeutic communication technique should the…A patient experiences recurrent, intrusive thoughts of being contaminated, followed by repetitive behaviors such as excessive hand washing. What type…A client with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is experiencing a switch to an alter personality during therapy. What is the…A client experiencing overwhelming feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed may be…Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of anorexia nervosa?A client diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is experiencing a flashback. Which therapeutic communication technique should the nurse use?A client with major depressive disorder (MDD) is prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). The nurse should monitor the client…Which age group is most commonly affected by Dissociative Disorders?Which anxiety disorder involves fear of specific objects or situations, leading to avoidance behavior and significant distress?A client with an eating disorder refuses to eat and says, "I feel fat and disgusting." Which therapeutic communication technique…Which of the following is NOT a type of anxiety disorder?Which of the following is a characteristic feature of dissociative disorders?What type of depression is characterized by experiencing depressive symptoms in response to a specific stressor or life event?A patient presents with symptoms of depression that are accompanied by significant weight loss, insomnia, psychomotor agitation, and feelings of…A client with major depressive disorder has a family history of the same condition and does not respond well to…A client with borderline personality disorder engages in self-harming behaviors as a means of coping with emotional distress. Which nursing…During a therapy session, the nurse asks the client to describe their feelings in response to a recent event. Which…Which of the following types of depression occurs during pregnancy or within four weeks following childbirth?What is a common comorbidity with Dissociative Disorders?A client with Bulimia Nervosa expresses feelings of guilt and shame after binge eating episodes. Which therapeutic approach should the…Which pharmacological intervention is commonly used to treat dissociative disorders?A patient presents with a history of depression symptoms that fluctuate over time but do not meet the criteria for…A nurse is caring for a client with binge-eating disorder. The nurse should prioritize interventions aimed at:A client exhibits excessive anxiety or worry about separation from home or attachment figures. This anxiety is inappropriate for the…A patient experiences depression symptoms that are triggered by a specific stressor, such as job loss or divorce. Which type…A client has an irrational fear of leaving their home or being in places where escape might be difficult, which…Which therapeutic communication technique involves paraphrasing the client's message to ensure understanding?A client diagnosed with schizophrenia tells the nurse, "I'm the president of this hospital." Which therapeutic communication technique should the…Which factor is believed to contribute to the development of Dissociative Identity Disorder?Individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder may experience periods of intense mood elevation known as:A client with schizophrenia is experiencing delusions of persecution. Which therapeutic communication technique should the nurse use?A client with Anorexia Nervosa is scheduled to undergo refeeding therapy. Which intervention should the nurse implement to minimize the…A client presents with symptoms of depression, such as sadness and loss of interest, but also experiences episodes of hypomania.…