NCLEX PN Practice Test Practice Question

The practical nurse on the mental health unit is planning care with the registered nurse. Which client should be seen first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Suicidal ideation with a plan (B) poses an immediate safety risk, requiring urgent assessment despite one-to-one observation. Bulimia (A) and schizophrenia (D) behaviors need monitoring but are less acute. OCD refusal (C) is a lower priority, as it does not indicate immediate harm.

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