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HESI Mental Health Exam 2026|
Perfectly Revised Questions And
Solutions
When preparing to administer a prescribed medication to a homeless male at a
community clinic, the client tells the RN that he usually takes a different dosage.
What action should the RN take?
A. Tell him to take the medication then verify the dosage at the next healthcare
team meeting.
B. Withhold the medication until the dosage can be confirmed.
C. Inform him that he may refuse the medication and document whether or not
he takes it.
D. Explain to the client that the dosage has been changed. - correct-answer - B
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The nurse orients a female client with depression to the new room on the mental
health unit. The client states "It seems strange that I don't have a T.V in my
room." Which statement would be best for the RN to provide?
A. "You can watch T.V as much as you want outside of your room."
B. "Sometimes clients feel like the T.V is sending them messages."
C. "It's important to be out of you room and talking to others."
D. "Watching T.V is a passive activity and we want you to be active." - correct-
answer - C
A client admitted with a closed head injury after a fall has a blood alcohol level of
0.28 (28%) and is difficult to arouse. Which intervention during the first 6 hours
following admission should the RN identify as the priority?
A. Give lorazepam (Ativan) PRN for signs of withdrawal.
B. Administer disulfiram (Antabuse) immediately.
C. Place in a side lying position with head of bed elevated.
D. Provide thiamine and folate supplements as prescribed. - correct-answer - C
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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. - correct-answer - 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. - correct-answer - 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
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loss. Which intervention is most important for the RN to include in the clients plan
of care?
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. - correct-answer - 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. - correct-answer - D
HESI Mental Health Exam 2026|
Perfectly Revised Questions And
Solutions
When preparing to administer a prescribed medication to a homeless male at a
community clinic, the client tells the RN that he usually takes a different dosage.
What action should the RN take?
A. Tell him to take the medication then verify the dosage at the next healthcare
team meeting.
B. Withhold the medication until the dosage can be confirmed.
C. Inform him that he may refuse the medication and document whether or not
he takes it.
D. Explain to the client that the dosage has been changed. - correct-answer - B
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The nurse orients a female client with depression to the new room on the mental
health unit. The client states "It seems strange that I don't have a T.V in my
room." Which statement would be best for the RN to provide?
A. "You can watch T.V as much as you want outside of your room."
B. "Sometimes clients feel like the T.V is sending them messages."
C. "It's important to be out of you room and talking to others."
D. "Watching T.V is a passive activity and we want you to be active." - correct-
answer - C
A client admitted with a closed head injury after a fall has a blood alcohol level of
0.28 (28%) and is difficult to arouse. Which intervention during the first 6 hours
following admission should the RN identify as the priority?
A. Give lorazepam (Ativan) PRN for signs of withdrawal.
B. Administer disulfiram (Antabuse) immediately.
C. Place in a side lying position with head of bed elevated.
D. Provide thiamine and folate supplements as prescribed. - correct-answer - C
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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. - correct-answer - 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. - correct-answer - 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
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loss. Which intervention is most important for the RN to include in the clients plan
of care?
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. - correct-answer - 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. - correct-answer - D
