NCLEX CRUSADE ACADEMY TEST -14 AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR

1. Which medication class is most associated with serotonin syndrome when combined with MAOIs?. Beta blockers. SSRIs. Anticholinergics. Benzodiazepines.

2. Which symptom is most indicative of serotonin syndrome?. Bradycardia. Hypotension. Hyperreflexia. Constipation.

3. What is the priority nursing intervention for an aggressive patient?. Establish rapport. Safety. Medication administration. Education.

4. Which behavior is characteristic of manipulation?. Reactive aggression. Testing boundaries. Physical violence. Emotional outburst.

5. Which medication should be administered during the day to avoid insomnia?. Sertraline. Fluoxetine. Lithium. Clozapine.

6. Which symptom is gastrointestinal in serotonin syndrome?. Constipation. Diarrhea. Vomiting blood. Jaundice.

7. Which communication strategy is best for aggressive patients?. Confrontation. Passive tone. Calm assertive tone. Silence.

8. Which is a cognitive symptom of mania?. Pacing. Flight of ideas. Euphoria. Hyperactivity.

9. Which is an affective symptom of mania?. Distractibility. Euphoric mood. Aggression. Insomnia.

10. Which is a behavioral symptom of mania?. Flight of ideas. Euphoric mood. Pacing. Hallucinations.

11. Which OTC supplement increases serotonin syndrome risk?. Vitamin C. St. John's Wort. Calcium. Iron.

12. What is the main goal with manipulative patients?. Emotional support. Medication compliance. Enforce boundaries. Socialization.

13. Which posture is recommended during de-escalation?. Arms crossed. Back turned. Angled stance. Hands hidden.

14. Which is a cardiovascular symptom of serotonin syndrome?. Bradycardia. Tachycardia. Hypotension only. Cyanosis.

15. Which nursing diagnosis is highest priority in mania?. Social isolation. Low self-esteem. Risk for violence. Disturbed thought.

16. What is the primary intervention for manipulative behavior?. Emotional discussion. Clear consequences. Avoid communication. Isolation.

17. Which drug interaction is most dangerous?. SSRI + NSAID. SSRI + MAOI. SSRI + Antibiotic. SSRI + Antacid.

18. Which is NOT a side effect of SSRIs?. Headache. Weight gain. Hyperglycemia. Sexual dysfunction.

19. What is the first step in managing aggressive patients?. Medication. Restraints. Ensure safety. Documentation.

20. Which symptom indicates worsening serotonin syndrome?. Mild headache. Severe hypertension. Fatigue. Dry mouth.