HESI Mental Health 2024–2025 |
300 Questions and Answers
with Rationales |
Comprehensive Practice Exam |
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Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
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,While interviewing a client, the nurse A
takes notes to assist with accurate
documentation later. Which
statement is most accurate regarding
note-taking during an interview?
A. The nurse' ability to directly
observe the client's nonverbal
communication is limited
with note taking.
B. Taking notes during an interview is
a legal obligation of the examining
nurse.
C. The client's comfort level is
increased when the nurse breaks eye
contact to take note to take note.
D. The interview process is enhanced
with note taking and allows the client
speak at normal pace.
,An adolescent male receives a B
prescription for an antidepressant
drug because he is exhibiting a
depressed affect. While the client is
taking the antidepressant, which
comparison of the client's behavior
before and after taking the drug is
most important for the nurse to
obtain?
A. His appetite.
B. The emotional quality of his
attitude
C. His level of activity.
D. The interactions he has with
others.
A nurse is providing education about BCD
strategies for a safety plan for a
female client who is a victim of
intimate partner violence. Which
strategies should be included in the
safety plan? Select all that apply.
A. Purchase a gun to use for
protection
B. Establish a code with family and
friends to signify violence.
C. Plan an escape route to use if the
abuser blocks the main exit.
D. Have a bag ready that has extra
clothes for self and children
, While sitting in the dayroom of the B
mental health unit, a male adolescent
avoids eye contact, looks at the
floor, and talks softly when
interacting verbally with the nurse.
The two trade places, and the nurse
demonstrate the client's behavior.
What is the main goal of this
therapeutic techniques?
A. Discuss the client's feeling when
he responds.
B. Allow the client to identify the way
he interacts.
C. Initiate a non-threatening
conversation with the client.
D. Dialog about the ineffectiveness
of his interactions.)
A client with depression remains in C
bed most of the day, and declines
activities. Which nursing problem has
the greatest priority for this client?
A. Loss of interest in diversional
activity.
B. Social isolation.
C. Refusal to address nutritional
needs.
D. Low self-esteem.
300 Questions and Answers
with Rationales |
Comprehensive Practice Exam |
GRADED A+ ASSURED
SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep and Comprehensive Rationales
Included
,While interviewing a client, the nurse A
takes notes to assist with accurate
documentation later. Which
statement is most accurate regarding
note-taking during an interview?
A. The nurse' ability to directly
observe the client's nonverbal
communication is limited
with note taking.
B. Taking notes during an interview is
a legal obligation of the examining
nurse.
C. The client's comfort level is
increased when the nurse breaks eye
contact to take note to take note.
D. The interview process is enhanced
with note taking and allows the client
speak at normal pace.
,An adolescent male receives a B
prescription for an antidepressant
drug because he is exhibiting a
depressed affect. While the client is
taking the antidepressant, which
comparison of the client's behavior
before and after taking the drug is
most important for the nurse to
obtain?
A. His appetite.
B. The emotional quality of his
attitude
C. His level of activity.
D. The interactions he has with
others.
A nurse is providing education about BCD
strategies for a safety plan for a
female client who is a victim of
intimate partner violence. Which
strategies should be included in the
safety plan? Select all that apply.
A. Purchase a gun to use for
protection
B. Establish a code with family and
friends to signify violence.
C. Plan an escape route to use if the
abuser blocks the main exit.
D. Have a bag ready that has extra
clothes for self and children
, While sitting in the dayroom of the B
mental health unit, a male adolescent
avoids eye contact, looks at the
floor, and talks softly when
interacting verbally with the nurse.
The two trade places, and the nurse
demonstrate the client's behavior.
What is the main goal of this
therapeutic techniques?
A. Discuss the client's feeling when
he responds.
B. Allow the client to identify the way
he interacts.
C. Initiate a non-threatening
conversation with the client.
D. Dialog about the ineffectiveness
of his interactions.)
A client with depression remains in C
bed most of the day, and declines
activities. Which nursing problem has
the greatest priority for this client?
A. Loss of interest in diversional
activity.
B. Social isolation.
C. Refusal to address nutritional
needs.
D. Low self-esteem.
