NR 326 FINAL EXAM -MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
|ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
|BRAND NEW 2026-2027 UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
Which of the following medications are used for alcohol recovery/maintenance? Select all
that apply.
a. Cogentin
b. Naltrexone
c. Disulfiram (Antabuse)
d. Trazadone
e. Acamprosate (Campral)
CORRECT ANSWER
BCE
Question 2
You have a client that has just been diagnosed with depression. Which of the following are
expected findings related to depression? Select all that apply.
a. Increased libido
b. Anhedonia
c. Generalized pain
d. Anergia
e. Increased socialization
CORRECT ANSWER
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, B C D (A pt. experiencing depression will exhibit decreased libido, lack of pleasure in
normal activities, anxiety, reports of sluggishment, changes in eating patterns, changes in
bowel habits, sleep disturbances, and somatic reports, such as fatigue, gastrointestinal
changes, and pain.)
Question 3
You are sitting with a client who has depression and you ask them, "Have you thought
about harming yourself or others?" The patient does not respond. What should you, as the
nurse, do next?
a. Repeat the question because they might not of heard you the first time.
b. Sit with the patient quietly until they are ready to respond.
c. Hug the patient.
d. Implement one-to-one observation because of suicide risk.
CORRECT ANSWER
B (The answer will almost always be sit with the patient quietly.)
Question 4
What anti-depressant has been found to be an effective non dependence forming sleep
aid?
a. Wellbutrin (Buspar)
b. Trazadone (Desyrel)
c. Fluoxetine (Prozac)
d. Citalopram (Celexa)
CORRECT ANSWER
B
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,Question 5
You are caring for a client who has been prescribed an MAO inhibitor, Phenelazine. Which
of the following statements should the nurse make about education regarding taking this
medication?
a. "Wear sunscreen before you go outside."
b. "Call the physician if you experience a sore throat."
c. "Do not eat aged cheese meats, wine, and chocolate while taking this medication."
d. "It can take a few days before you start to see an improvement in your mood."
CORRECT ANSWER
C
Question 6
You are caring for a client who is taking Fluoxetine (Prozac), an SSRI. Which of the
following are manifestations of serotonin syndrome, a serious adverse effect of too much
serotonin in the brain? Select all that apply.
a. Altered level of consciousness
b. Constipation
c. Fever
d. Tachycardia
e. Hypotension
f. Agitation
g. Tremors
CORRECT ANSWER
A C D F (Signs and symptoms of serotonin syndrome include:
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, -Confusion
-Disorientation
-Agitation
-Diarrhea
-Tachycardia
-Hallucinations
-Fever
-Poor Coordination
-Elevated B/P
-Vomiting)
Question 7
The healthcare provider is caring for a patient who has undergone electroconvulsive
therapy (ECT). The patient should be carefully assessed for which of the following common
adverse effects of this treatment?
a. Dizziness and blurred vision
b. Aggression and violent behavior
c. Headache and memory loss
d. Palpitations and cardiac arrest
CORRECT ANSWER
C
Question 8
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is admitted for inpatient care. Which
of the following is the primary goal during the admission assessment?
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|ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
|BRAND NEW 2026-2027 UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
Which of the following medications are used for alcohol recovery/maintenance? Select all
that apply.
a. Cogentin
b. Naltrexone
c. Disulfiram (Antabuse)
d. Trazadone
e. Acamprosate (Campral)
CORRECT ANSWER
BCE
Question 2
You have a client that has just been diagnosed with depression. Which of the following are
expected findings related to depression? Select all that apply.
a. Increased libido
b. Anhedonia
c. Generalized pain
d. Anergia
e. Increased socialization
CORRECT ANSWER
1
, B C D (A pt. experiencing depression will exhibit decreased libido, lack of pleasure in
normal activities, anxiety, reports of sluggishment, changes in eating patterns, changes in
bowel habits, sleep disturbances, and somatic reports, such as fatigue, gastrointestinal
changes, and pain.)
Question 3
You are sitting with a client who has depression and you ask them, "Have you thought
about harming yourself or others?" The patient does not respond. What should you, as the
nurse, do next?
a. Repeat the question because they might not of heard you the first time.
b. Sit with the patient quietly until they are ready to respond.
c. Hug the patient.
d. Implement one-to-one observation because of suicide risk.
CORRECT ANSWER
B (The answer will almost always be sit with the patient quietly.)
Question 4
What anti-depressant has been found to be an effective non dependence forming sleep
aid?
a. Wellbutrin (Buspar)
b. Trazadone (Desyrel)
c. Fluoxetine (Prozac)
d. Citalopram (Celexa)
CORRECT ANSWER
B
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,Question 5
You are caring for a client who has been prescribed an MAO inhibitor, Phenelazine. Which
of the following statements should the nurse make about education regarding taking this
medication?
a. "Wear sunscreen before you go outside."
b. "Call the physician if you experience a sore throat."
c. "Do not eat aged cheese meats, wine, and chocolate while taking this medication."
d. "It can take a few days before you start to see an improvement in your mood."
CORRECT ANSWER
C
Question 6
You are caring for a client who is taking Fluoxetine (Prozac), an SSRI. Which of the
following are manifestations of serotonin syndrome, a serious adverse effect of too much
serotonin in the brain? Select all that apply.
a. Altered level of consciousness
b. Constipation
c. Fever
d. Tachycardia
e. Hypotension
f. Agitation
g. Tremors
CORRECT ANSWER
A C D F (Signs and symptoms of serotonin syndrome include:
3
, -Confusion
-Disorientation
-Agitation
-Diarrhea
-Tachycardia
-Hallucinations
-Fever
-Poor Coordination
-Elevated B/P
-Vomiting)
Question 7
The healthcare provider is caring for a patient who has undergone electroconvulsive
therapy (ECT). The patient should be carefully assessed for which of the following common
adverse effects of this treatment?
a. Dizziness and blurred vision
b. Aggression and violent behavior
c. Headache and memory loss
d. Palpitations and cardiac arrest
CORRECT ANSWER
C
Question 8
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is admitted for inpatient care. Which
of the following is the primary goal during the admission assessment?
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