Looking to test your knowledge in psychiatric nursing? Check out this comprehensive free mock test featuring 30 multiple-choice questions on various mental health disorders and their management. Designed for nursing exam preparation and admission tests, this test covers topics such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, and more. Sharpen your skills and review key concepts with these practice questions and answers. Perfect for mental health practitioners and nursing students, this free test provides a valuable resource for exam preparation. Enhance your understanding of psychiatric nursing and expand your knowledge in the field with this mental health test.

Subject: Psychiatric Nursing

Time: 45 Minutes

1. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with schizophrenia who is experiencing positive symptoms. Which symptom is considered a positive symptom of schizophrenia?

A. Social withdrawal

B. Delusions

C. Blunted affect

D. Anhedonia

2. A client with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium carbonate. The nurse should monitor the client for which side effects of lithium.

A. Weight gain

B. Hypertension

C. Tremors

D. Sedation

3. A panic disorder patient has abrupt, acute bouts of terror as well as physical signs such as palpitations and difficulty of breath. Which medications are widely used to treat panic attacks?

A. Sertraline

B. Alprazolam

C. Haloperidol

D. Bupropion

4. A client with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is being cared for by the nurse. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

A. Provide a quiet and structured environment

B. Encourage frequent social interactions

C. Administer a sedative medication

D. Implement strict discipline and punishment

5. A client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) engages in repetitive handwashing rituals. This behavior is an example of:

A. Obsession

B. Compulsion

C. Regression

D. Dissociation

6. The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Which characteristic is commonly associated with this disorder?

A. Grandiosity and self-importance

B. Fear of abandonment and unstable relationships

C. Preoccupation with orderliness and perfectionism

D. Lack of compassion and contempt for the rights of others

7. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are prescribed to a client who has been diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD). The nurse should educate the client about which potential side effect of SSRIs?

A. Weight loss

B. Hypertension

C. Sexual dysfunction

D. Sedation

8. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. Which behavior is commonly associated with this disorder?

A. Excessive worry and fear

B. Unstable self-image and relationships

C. Impulsivity and disregard for others’ rights

D. Obsession with physical appearance

9. A client suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is having disturbing recollections and flashbacks of a horrific occurrence. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Encourage the client to avoid triggers and reminders of the event

B. Provide exposure therapy to desensitize the client to the traumatic memories

C. Teach the client grounding techniques to stay present in the current moment

D. Administer an antipsychotic medication to manage the flashbacks

10. The nurse provides care for an extremely underweight client with anorexia nervosa. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?

A. Monitor the client’s vital signs and nutritional status closely

B. Encourage the client to engage in strenuous exercise to increase weight

C. Restrict the client’s access to food to prevent overeating

D. Provide positive reinforcement for weight loss achievements

11. A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is experiencing dystonia, characterized by sustained muscle contractions and abnormal postures. Which medication is most likely responsible for these symptoms?

A. Risperidone

B. Lithium

C. Haloperidol

D. Venlafaxine

12. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Encourage the client to engage in exposure therapy to confront fears

B. Teach relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation

C. Administer a sedative medication to alleviate anxiety symptoms

D. Restrict the client’s access to potential stressors to minimize anxiety

13. Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with depression?

A. Dopamine

B. Serotonin

C. Acetylcholine

D. Norepinephrine

14. The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with delirium. Which symptom is commonly associated with delirium?

A. Stable level of consciousness

B. Gradual onset of symptoms

C. Impaired attention and disorganized thinking

D. Presence of hallucinations and delusions

15. A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is prescribed clozapine. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?

A. Weight loss

B. Sedation

C. Dry mouth

D. Agranulocytosis

16. The nurse is caring for a client with a history of alcohol use disorder who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which medication is commonly administered to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms?

A. Naloxone

B. Flumazenil

C. Naltrexone

D. Diazepam

17. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are prescribed to a client who has been diagnosed with severe depressive disorder. The nurse should educate the client about which dietary restriction when taking MAOIs?

A. Avoiding foods high in tyramine

B. Restricting sodium intake

C. Eliminating caffeine and alcohol

D. Increasing fluid intake

18. The nurse is caring for a client who has dissociative identity disorder (DID) and is suffering from dissociative amnesia. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Encouraging the client to explore traumatic memories

B. Providing grounding techniques to stay present in the current moment

C. Administering antipsychotic medication to manage dissociative symptoms

D. Restricting the client’s access to personal belongings to prevent self-harm

19. A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is experiencing a manic episode. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Provide a calm and structured environment

B. Encourage the client to engage in physical exercise to burn off excess energy

C. Administer a sedative medication to promote sleep

D. Implement strict discipline and punishment to control behavior

20. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder. Which characteristic is commonly associated with this disorder?

A. Fear of social situations and avoidance

B. Preoccupation with physical symptoms and health concerns

C. Excessive need for reassurance and approval from others

D. Lack of empathy and disregard for others’ rights

21. A client with schizophrenia is suffering from akathisia, which is marked by restlessness and an inability to sit motionless. Which drug is most likely causing these side effects?

A. Quetiapine

B. Fluoxetine

C. Olanzapine

D. Haloperidol

22. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with bulimia nervosa who engages in binge-eating episodes. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Restrict the client’s access to food to prevent overeating

B. Encourage the client to induce vomiting after binge-eating episodes

C. Provide a structured meal plan and support healthy eating habits

D. Administer a diuretic medication to control weight gain

23. Which statement accurately describes hallucinations?

A. False beliefs and misinterpretation of reality

B. Sudden, intense episodes of fear and physical symptoms

C. Distorted sensory perceptions without external stimuli

D. Repetitive thoughts or behaviors to alleviate anxiety

24. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder. Which behavior is commonly associated with this disorder?

A. Impulsivity and self-destructive behaviors

B. Preoccupation with physical appearance and excessive grooming

C. Fear of abandonment and unstable relationships

D. Preoccupation with orderliness and perfectionism

25. A client diagnosed with major depressive disorder is prescribed tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs). The nurse should educate the client about which potential side effect of TCAs?

A. Weight gain

B. Sedation

C. Hypertension

D. Sexual dysfunction

26. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Provide a structured and predictable environment

B. Encourage frequent social interactions to improve social skills

C. Administer antipsychotic medication to manage aggressive behaviors

D. Implement strict discipline and punishment to modify behavior

27. A client diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) experiences recurrent intrusive thoughts about contamination and engages in cleaning rituals. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Encourage the client to confront the irrational thoughts and resist the rituals

B. Provide exposure therapy to desensitize the client to the feared situations

C. Administer anxiolytic medication to alleviate anxiety symptoms

D. Restrict the client’s access to potential contaminants

28. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with dissociative fugue. Which characteristic is commonly associated with dissociative fugue?

A. Presence of multiple identities or personalities

B. Sudden, unplanned travel and inability to recall past events

C. Fear of social situations and avoidance

D. Preoccupation with physical symptoms and health concerns

29. A client diagnosed with paranoid personality disorder exhibits a pervasive distrust and suspicion of others. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Provide clear and consistent communication to build trust

B. Encourage the client to confront underlying insecurities and fears

C. Administer antipsychotic medication to manage paranoid thoughts

D. Restrict the client’s access to personal belongings to prevent harm to others

30. The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder who is experiencing a depressive episode. Which medication is commonly prescribed to manage depressive symptoms?

A. Aripiprazole

B. Haloperidol

C. Lithium

D. Fluoxetine

Answers:

1. B
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. B
6. B
7. C
8. C
9. C
10. A
11. C
12. B
13. B
14. C
15. D
16. D
17. A
18. B
19. A
20. B
21. D
22. C
23. C
24. B
25. D
26. A
27. A
28. B
29. A
30. D