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HESI MENTAL HEALTH LATEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS NEWEST 2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS LATEST VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
The RN is completing the admission assessment of an underweight
adolescent who is admitted to a psychiatric unit with a diagnosis of
depression. Which finding requires notification to the HCP?
A. Potassium level of 2.9 mEq/dl.
B. Blood pressure of 110/70 mmHg.
C. WBCof10,000mm^3.
D. Body mass index of 21.
A
The Rn is planning client teaching for a 35-year-old client with alcoholic
cirrhosis. Which self-care measure should the RN emphasize for the client's
recovery?
A. Support group meetings.
B. VitaminBandmultivitaminsupplements.
C. Diet with adequate calories and protein.
D. Alcohol abstinence.
D
A teenager has lost 20 pounds in the last three months is admitted to the
hospital with hypotension and tachycardia. The client reports irregular menses
and hair loss. Which intervention is most important for the RN to include in the
clients plan of care?
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A. Implement behavioral modification therapy.
B. Initiate caloric and nutritional therapy.
C. Evaluate the client for low self-esteem.
D. Record daily weights and graft trend.
B
While interviewing a client, the nurse takes notes to assist with accurate
documentation later. Which statement is most accurate regarding note-taking
during an interview?
A. The client's comfort level is increased when the RN breaks eye contact to
take notes.
B. The interview process is enhanced with note taking and allows the client to
speak at a normal pace.
C. Taking notes during an interview is a legal obligation of examining RN.
D. The RN's ability to directly observe the client's non-verbal communication is
limited
with note taking.
D
A client is receiving substitution therapy during withdrawal from
benzodiazepines. Which expected outcome statement has the highest priority
when planning nursing care?
a. Client will not demonstrate cross addiction.
b. Co-dependent behaviors will be decreased.
c. CNS stimulation will be reduced.
d. Client's level of consciousness will increase.
C
A client who is being treated with lithium carbonate for manic depression
begins to develop diarrhea, vomiting, and drowsiness. What action should the
nurse take?
a. Notify the physician immediately and force fluids.
b. Prior to giving the next dose, notify the physician of the symptoms.
c. Record the symptoms and continue medication as prescribed.
d. Hold the medication and refuse to administer additional amounts of the
drug.
B
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While caring for an older client, the RN observes multiple bruises in Over the
client's legs, arms, back, and gluteal areas. When the client Contact, the RN
suspects elder abuse. What action should the RN take?
A. Report family conversations and anger towards the client when visiting.
B. Ask the client specific questions about someone causing the bruising.
C. Question the family members and caregiver how the bruising occurred.
D. Measure and document size, shape and color of the bruised areas.
D
The RN is performing intake interviews at a psychiatric clinic. A female client
with a known history of drug abuse reports that she had a heart attack four
years ago. Use of which substance places the client at highest risk for
myocardial infarction?
A. Benzodiazepine
B. Alcohol
C. Methamphetamine
D. Marijuana
C
After receiving treatment for anorexia, a student asks the school RN for
permission to work in the school cafeteria as part of the school's work study
program. What action should the RN take?
A. Suggest that the student work in the athletic department.
B. Determine the parent's opinion of the work assignments.
C. Referthestudenttoapsychiatristforfurtherdiscussion.
D. Recommend assignment to the receptionist's office.
D
A client who is homeless is diagnosed with schizophrenia and admitted on an
involuntary basis to a mental health hospital 4 days ago. The client stopped
taking prescribed antipsychotic drugs approximately one month ago. Since
hospitalization the client continues to have poor judgment and refuses all
medications. What action should the RN take?
A. Encourage the client to stay in the hospital so the client does not have to be
homeless.
B. Provide the client with medication if the client presents an imminent risk to
self and
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others.
C. Administer a long acting antipsychotic medication so that the client can be
discharged to a shelter.
D. Describe to the client treatment options provided at the community mental
health clinics.
B
A male client comes to the emergency center because he has an erection that
will not resolve. The client reports that he is taking trazodone (Desyrel) for
insomnia. Which information is most important for the nurse ask the client?
A. When was the last time you drank alcoholic beverage?
B. Have you taken any medications for erectile dysfunction?
C. Are you having any other sexual dysfunctions or problems?
D. Do you have a history of angina or high blood pressure?
B
On admission to the mental health unit, a client diagnosed with schizophrenia
tells the RN that he is the son of god. Based on this statement, which
intervention should the RN include in this client's plan of care?
A. Lead the client by his arm to the seclusion room.
B. Ensure the client's environment is safe.
C. Schedule activity therapy twice a week.
D. Confront his delusion as not consistent with reality.
D
The RN on the day shift receive report about a client with depression who was
in bed most of the weekend. The RN walks into the client's room in the
morning and finds the client in bed. What intervention is best for the RN to
implement?
A. Monitor the client's appetite and pattern of sleep.
B. Assess the client's feelings about the hospital stay.
C. Assist the client to get out of bed and involved in an activity.
D. Explain that staff will check on the client every 30 minutes.
C
Which client information indicates the need for the RN to use CAGE
questionnaire during the admission interview?
A. Client's medication history includes the frequent use of antidepressants.
HESI MENTAL HEALTH LATEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS NEWEST 2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS LATEST VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
The RN is completing the admission assessment of an underweight
adolescent who is admitted to a psychiatric unit with a diagnosis of
depression. Which finding requires notification to the HCP?
A. Potassium level of 2.9 mEq/dl.
B. Blood pressure of 110/70 mmHg.
C. WBCof10,000mm^3.
D. Body mass index of 21.
A
The Rn is planning client teaching for a 35-year-old client with alcoholic
cirrhosis. Which self-care measure should the RN emphasize for the client's
recovery?
A. Support group meetings.
B. VitaminBandmultivitaminsupplements.
C. Diet with adequate calories and protein.
D. Alcohol abstinence.
D
A teenager has lost 20 pounds in the last three months is admitted to the
hospital with hypotension and tachycardia. The client reports irregular menses
and hair loss. Which intervention is most important for the RN to include in the
clients plan of care?
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A. Implement behavioral modification therapy.
B. Initiate caloric and nutritional therapy.
C. Evaluate the client for low self-esteem.
D. Record daily weights and graft trend.
B
While interviewing a client, the nurse takes notes to assist with accurate
documentation later. Which statement is most accurate regarding note-taking
during an interview?
A. The client's comfort level is increased when the RN breaks eye contact to
take notes.
B. The interview process is enhanced with note taking and allows the client to
speak at a normal pace.
C. Taking notes during an interview is a legal obligation of examining RN.
D. The RN's ability to directly observe the client's non-verbal communication is
limited
with note taking.
D
A client is receiving substitution therapy during withdrawal from
benzodiazepines. Which expected outcome statement has the highest priority
when planning nursing care?
a. Client will not demonstrate cross addiction.
b. Co-dependent behaviors will be decreased.
c. CNS stimulation will be reduced.
d. Client's level of consciousness will increase.
C
A client who is being treated with lithium carbonate for manic depression
begins to develop diarrhea, vomiting, and drowsiness. What action should the
nurse take?
a. Notify the physician immediately and force fluids.
b. Prior to giving the next dose, notify the physician of the symptoms.
c. Record the symptoms and continue medication as prescribed.
d. Hold the medication and refuse to administer additional amounts of the
drug.
B
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While caring for an older client, the RN observes multiple bruises in Over the
client's legs, arms, back, and gluteal areas. When the client Contact, the RN
suspects elder abuse. What action should the RN take?
A. Report family conversations and anger towards the client when visiting.
B. Ask the client specific questions about someone causing the bruising.
C. Question the family members and caregiver how the bruising occurred.
D. Measure and document size, shape and color of the bruised areas.
D
The RN is performing intake interviews at a psychiatric clinic. A female client
with a known history of drug abuse reports that she had a heart attack four
years ago. Use of which substance places the client at highest risk for
myocardial infarction?
A. Benzodiazepine
B. Alcohol
C. Methamphetamine
D. Marijuana
C
After receiving treatment for anorexia, a student asks the school RN for
permission to work in the school cafeteria as part of the school's work study
program. What action should the RN take?
A. Suggest that the student work in the athletic department.
B. Determine the parent's opinion of the work assignments.
C. Referthestudenttoapsychiatristforfurtherdiscussion.
D. Recommend assignment to the receptionist's office.
D
A client who is homeless is diagnosed with schizophrenia and admitted on an
involuntary basis to a mental health hospital 4 days ago. The client stopped
taking prescribed antipsychotic drugs approximately one month ago. Since
hospitalization the client continues to have poor judgment and refuses all
medications. What action should the RN take?
A. Encourage the client to stay in the hospital so the client does not have to be
homeless.
B. Provide the client with medication if the client presents an imminent risk to
self and
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others.
C. Administer a long acting antipsychotic medication so that the client can be
discharged to a shelter.
D. Describe to the client treatment options provided at the community mental
health clinics.
B
A male client comes to the emergency center because he has an erection that
will not resolve. The client reports that he is taking trazodone (Desyrel) for
insomnia. Which information is most important for the nurse ask the client?
A. When was the last time you drank alcoholic beverage?
B. Have you taken any medications for erectile dysfunction?
C. Are you having any other sexual dysfunctions or problems?
D. Do you have a history of angina or high blood pressure?
B
On admission to the mental health unit, a client diagnosed with schizophrenia
tells the RN that he is the son of god. Based on this statement, which
intervention should the RN include in this client's plan of care?
A. Lead the client by his arm to the seclusion room.
B. Ensure the client's environment is safe.
C. Schedule activity therapy twice a week.
D. Confront his delusion as not consistent with reality.
D
The RN on the day shift receive report about a client with depression who was
in bed most of the weekend. The RN walks into the client's room in the
morning and finds the client in bed. What intervention is best for the RN to
implement?
A. Monitor the client's appetite and pattern of sleep.
B. Assess the client's feelings about the hospital stay.
C. Assist the client to get out of bed and involved in an activity.
D. Explain that staff will check on the client every 30 minutes.
C
Which client information indicates the need for the RN to use CAGE
questionnaire during the admission interview?
A. Client's medication history includes the frequent use of antidepressants.
