Mental Health: Substance-Related and
Addictive Disorders NCLEX Questions
and Answers Latest Version Already
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A nurse is caring for a client withdrawing from alcohol. Which symptom should the nurse
monitor most closely?
A. Slurred speech
B. ✔✔ Tremors and seizures
C. Sneezing
D. Excessive hunger
Which of the following is a priority nursing diagnosis for a client detoxing from heroin?
A. Risk for falls
B. ✔✔ Risk for respiratory depression
C. Risk for loneliness
D. Risk for hyperactivity
A client says, “I can quit drinking whenever I want.” This statement is an example of:
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,A. Regression
✔✔ B. Denial
C. Projection
D. Displacement
What is the best immediate response when a client presents with signs of opioid overdose?
✔✔ A. Administer naloxone
B. Encourage fluids
C. Apply restraints
D. Offer a meal
Which medication is often used to support recovery from alcohol dependence by causing
unpleasant effects if alcohol is consumed?
✔✔ A. Disulfiram
B. Lorazepam
C. Fluoxetine
D. Naloxone
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,Which behavior is most characteristic of substance dependence?
A. Occasional social use
B. ✔✔ Continued use despite negative consequences
C. Use only during celebrations
D. Refusing all offers to use substances
Which symptom indicates stimulant intoxication?
A. Drowsiness
✔✔ B. Increased energy and rapid speech
C. Slowed breathing
D. Muscle weakness
Which client statement indicates understanding of relapse prevention planning?
✔✔ A. “I’ll avoid places where I used to use drugs.”
B. “I’ll just hope I have more willpower next time.”
C. “If I feel triggered, I’ll smoke instead.”
D. “Relapse is inevitable, so I won’t plan.”
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, Which is a common sign of cannabis use?
A. Dry skin
B. ✔✔ Red eyes and slowed reaction time
C. Aggression and muscle stiffness
D. Diarrhea
A nurse is teaching about nicotine addiction. Which of the following is accurate?
✔✔ A. Nicotine stimulates the release of dopamine
B. Nicotine causes sedation and confusion
C. Nicotine improves liver function
D. Nicotine reduces heart rate
What is a priority nursing intervention during the detox phase of alcohol use disorder?
✔✔ A. Monitor for delirium tremens
B. Increase socialization
C. Encourage group therapy
D. Provide sugary snacks
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Addictive Disorders NCLEX Questions
and Answers Latest Version Already
Passed
A nurse is caring for a client withdrawing from alcohol. Which symptom should the nurse
monitor most closely?
A. Slurred speech
B. ✔✔ Tremors and seizures
C. Sneezing
D. Excessive hunger
Which of the following is a priority nursing diagnosis for a client detoxing from heroin?
A. Risk for falls
B. ✔✔ Risk for respiratory depression
C. Risk for loneliness
D. Risk for hyperactivity
A client says, “I can quit drinking whenever I want.” This statement is an example of:
1
,A. Regression
✔✔ B. Denial
C. Projection
D. Displacement
What is the best immediate response when a client presents with signs of opioid overdose?
✔✔ A. Administer naloxone
B. Encourage fluids
C. Apply restraints
D. Offer a meal
Which medication is often used to support recovery from alcohol dependence by causing
unpleasant effects if alcohol is consumed?
✔✔ A. Disulfiram
B. Lorazepam
C. Fluoxetine
D. Naloxone
2
,Which behavior is most characteristic of substance dependence?
A. Occasional social use
B. ✔✔ Continued use despite negative consequences
C. Use only during celebrations
D. Refusing all offers to use substances
Which symptom indicates stimulant intoxication?
A. Drowsiness
✔✔ B. Increased energy and rapid speech
C. Slowed breathing
D. Muscle weakness
Which client statement indicates understanding of relapse prevention planning?
✔✔ A. “I’ll avoid places where I used to use drugs.”
B. “I’ll just hope I have more willpower next time.”
C. “If I feel triggered, I’ll smoke instead.”
D. “Relapse is inevitable, so I won’t plan.”
3
, Which is a common sign of cannabis use?
A. Dry skin
B. ✔✔ Red eyes and slowed reaction time
C. Aggression and muscle stiffness
D. Diarrhea
A nurse is teaching about nicotine addiction. Which of the following is accurate?
✔✔ A. Nicotine stimulates the release of dopamine
B. Nicotine causes sedation and confusion
C. Nicotine improves liver function
D. Nicotine reduces heart rate
What is a priority nursing intervention during the detox phase of alcohol use disorder?
✔✔ A. Monitor for delirium tremens
B. Increase socialization
C. Encourage group therapy
D. Provide sugary snacks
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