Saudi Prometric Nursing Mental Health Nursing 4

Question 1

A patient taking clozapine develops a fever, sore throat, and mouth ulcers. The nurse suspects:

Accepted Answer

Agranulocytosis

Answer

Agranulocytosis is a life-threatening side effect of clozapine characterized by severe drop in white blood cells leading to infection susceptibility.

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a patient who was admitted after a suicide attempt. Which question is most important to ask?

Accepted Answer

'Do you still have thoughts of ending your life?'

Answer

Directly asking about current suicidal ideation is essential to assess ongoing risk and determine level of care needed.

Question 3

A patient with alcohol use disorder is admitted for detoxification. Which early withdrawal symptom should the nurse monitor for first?

Accepted Answer

Tremors, diaphoresis, and tachycardia

Answer

Early alcohol withdrawal (6–24 hours) presents with autonomic hyperactivity including tremors, sweating, and elevated heart rate.

Question 4

Which statement by a patient indicates a correct understanding of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?

Accepted Answer

'I may have temporary memory loss after the procedure.'

Answer

Short-term memory loss is a common and expected side effect of ECT that typically resolves over weeks.

Question 5

A nurse is caring for a patient with PTSD who is experiencing a flashback. What is the most effective immediate intervention?

Accepted Answer

Use grounding techniques to orient the patient to the present

Answer

Grounding techniques (e.g., 5-4-3-2-1 sensory exercise) help reconnect the patient to the present reality during a flashback.

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