HESI MENTAL HEALTH ACTUAL EXAM
WITH NGN FORMAT NEWEST
2026/2027 ACTUAL EXAM ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED
A+||NEWEST VERSIONS
Adolescents establish health identity by evaluating their own health with a
feeling of well-being. They also establish health identity by being able to
function normally in the absence of any disease or infirmity. An individual
establishes family identity by fostering his or her independence within
balanced family structure. By building close peer relationships, an
adolescent establishes a group identity. The sound and healthy growth of
adolescents, characterized by marked physical changes, helps build sexual
identity.
Which statement describes stage 4 of Kohlberg's theory? (Select all that
apply.)
A. The child recognizes that there is more than one right view
B. The child shows respect for authority and maintains the social order.
C. Adolescents choose to avoid a party where they know beer will be
served
D. The individual wants to win approval and maintain the expectations of
one's immediate group
E. The child's response to a moral dilemma is in terms of absolute
obedience to authority and rules
B. The child shows respect for authority and maintains the social order.
C. Adolescents choose to avoid a party where they know beer will be
served
A client does not take their medication regularly and is depressed. Which
inference can the nurse make about the client's motivational level?
A. Not motivated
B. Intrinsically motivated
,C. Extrinsically motivated with self-determination
D. Extrinsically motivated without self-determination
A. Not motivated
Which action would the nurse take for a withdrawn client who suddenly
screams, bursts into tears, and runs from the room to the far end of the
hallway?
A. Walk to the end of the hallway where the client is standing
B. Accept the action as the impulsive behavior of a sick person
C. Ask another client in the dayroom why the client acted in this way
D. Document objectively the incident in the client's record immediately
A. Walk to the end of the hallway where the client is standing
According to stage 4 of Kohlberg's theory, adolescents show respect for
authority and maintain the social order. They choose not to attend a party
where beer will be served because they know this is wrong. During stage 2,
the child recognizes that there is more than one right view. Stage 3 states
that an individual wants to win approval and maintain the expectations of
one's immediate group. During stage 1, the child's response to a normal
dilemma is in terms of absolute obedience to authority and rules
Which identity may fail to develop is an adolescent lacks physical evidence
of maturity?
A. Sexual
B. Group
C. Family
D. Health
A. Sexual
Which estimated percentage of adolescents have used alcohol by the end
of their high school years?
85%
Which goal is appropriate when treating anorexia nervosa? (Select all that
apply)
A. The development of a calorie-restricted diet plan
B. The development of a regular exercise schedule
C. The repairing of family interactions
D. The reinstitution of normal nutrition to counteract a state of malnutrition
E. The correction of deficits and distortions in psychological functioning via
psychotherapy
C. The repairing of family interactions
D. The reinstitution of normal nutrition to counteract a state of malnutrition
E. The correction of deficits and distortions in psychological functioning via
psychotherapy
,Which factor may influence an adolescent to begin smoking? (Select all
that apply.)
A. Peer pressures
B. Academic success
C. Involvement in sports
D. Imitating adult behavior of smoking
E. Imitating lifestyles portrayed in movies and advertisements
A. Peer pressures
D. Imitating adult behavior of smoking
E. Imitating lifestyles portrayed in movies and advertisements
Which strategy would the nurse use to help a depressed, withdrawn client
who exhibits sadness through nonverbal behaviors?
A. Increase structured physical activity
B. Cope with painful feelings by sharing them
C. Decide which unit activities the client can perform
D. Improve the ability to communicate with significant others
B. Cope with painful feelings by sharing them
Which priority objective would the nurse add to the plan of care for a male
client who is withdrawn, shy, has low self-esteem and is afraid to talk to
members of the opposite sex?
A. The client will increase his self-esteem
B. The client will understand his sexual disorder
C. The client will examine his feelings toward women
D. The client will describe his knowledge of sexual function
A. The client will increase his self-esteem
Which action would the nurse take to minimize agitation in a disturbed
client?
A. Ensure constant contact
B. Increase environmental sensory stimulation
C. Limit unnecessary interactions with the client
D. Discuss the reasons for the client's behavior
C. Limit unnecessary interactions with the client
Which response would the nurse make to a client who has been attending
a day treatment facility for 1 month with depressive disorder and is to be
discharged in a week?
A. 'We just have a few sessions left. I'm really pleased at your progress.'
B. 'Your discharge date has been set for next week. That's wonderful
news.'
C. 'There are five sessions remaining. We need to start making plans to
end our sessions.'
, D. 'I understand that your discharge is set for next week. I'm wondering
how you feel about that?'
D. 'I understand that your discharge is set for next week. I'm wondering
how you feel about that?'
Which response would the nurse use after receiving instructions regarding
dressing changes and care of a recently inserted nephrostomy tube when
the client states "I hope I can handle all this at home; it's a lot to
remember"?
A. "I'm sure you can do it."
B. "Oh, a family member can do it for you."
C. "You seem to be nervous about going home."
D. "Perhaps you can stay in the hospital another day."
C. "You seem to be nervous about going home."
Which approach would the nurse take for a client who was involved in a
near-fatal automobile collision and arrives at the crisis center with reports of
anxiety and flashbacks?
A. Focusing on the present
B. Identifying past stressors
C. Discussing a referral for psychotherapy
D. Exploring the client's history of mental health problems
A. Focusing on the present
Which response would the nurse make to a client who says, "I'm a terrible,
evil person. The voices are telling me that God needs to punish me'?
A. 'God is loving and won't punish you.
B. 'Those voices you're hearing are a fantasy.'
C. 'Tell me what you're thinking about yourself.'
D. 'you aren't wicked-both God and I love you.'
C. 'Tell me what you're thinking about yourself.'
Which term describes a client who drinks 2 drinks per day with no negative
consequences?
A. Daily drinker
B. Substance abuser
C. Substance dependent
D. Functional alcoholic
A. Daily drinker
Which statement is true about the instrumental relativist orientation stage?
A. An individual recognizes that there is more than 1 correct point of view.
B. An individual finds a balance between societal rules and basic human
rights and obligations
C. An individual response to a moral dilemma is in terms of absolute
WITH NGN FORMAT NEWEST
2026/2027 ACTUAL EXAM ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED
A+||NEWEST VERSIONS
Adolescents establish health identity by evaluating their own health with a
feeling of well-being. They also establish health identity by being able to
function normally in the absence of any disease or infirmity. An individual
establishes family identity by fostering his or her independence within
balanced family structure. By building close peer relationships, an
adolescent establishes a group identity. The sound and healthy growth of
adolescents, characterized by marked physical changes, helps build sexual
identity.
Which statement describes stage 4 of Kohlberg's theory? (Select all that
apply.)
A. The child recognizes that there is more than one right view
B. The child shows respect for authority and maintains the social order.
C. Adolescents choose to avoid a party where they know beer will be
served
D. The individual wants to win approval and maintain the expectations of
one's immediate group
E. The child's response to a moral dilemma is in terms of absolute
obedience to authority and rules
B. The child shows respect for authority and maintains the social order.
C. Adolescents choose to avoid a party where they know beer will be
served
A client does not take their medication regularly and is depressed. Which
inference can the nurse make about the client's motivational level?
A. Not motivated
B. Intrinsically motivated
,C. Extrinsically motivated with self-determination
D. Extrinsically motivated without self-determination
A. Not motivated
Which action would the nurse take for a withdrawn client who suddenly
screams, bursts into tears, and runs from the room to the far end of the
hallway?
A. Walk to the end of the hallway where the client is standing
B. Accept the action as the impulsive behavior of a sick person
C. Ask another client in the dayroom why the client acted in this way
D. Document objectively the incident in the client's record immediately
A. Walk to the end of the hallway where the client is standing
According to stage 4 of Kohlberg's theory, adolescents show respect for
authority and maintain the social order. They choose not to attend a party
where beer will be served because they know this is wrong. During stage 2,
the child recognizes that there is more than one right view. Stage 3 states
that an individual wants to win approval and maintain the expectations of
one's immediate group. During stage 1, the child's response to a normal
dilemma is in terms of absolute obedience to authority and rules
Which identity may fail to develop is an adolescent lacks physical evidence
of maturity?
A. Sexual
B. Group
C. Family
D. Health
A. Sexual
Which estimated percentage of adolescents have used alcohol by the end
of their high school years?
85%
Which goal is appropriate when treating anorexia nervosa? (Select all that
apply)
A. The development of a calorie-restricted diet plan
B. The development of a regular exercise schedule
C. The repairing of family interactions
D. The reinstitution of normal nutrition to counteract a state of malnutrition
E. The correction of deficits and distortions in psychological functioning via
psychotherapy
C. The repairing of family interactions
D. The reinstitution of normal nutrition to counteract a state of malnutrition
E. The correction of deficits and distortions in psychological functioning via
psychotherapy
,Which factor may influence an adolescent to begin smoking? (Select all
that apply.)
A. Peer pressures
B. Academic success
C. Involvement in sports
D. Imitating adult behavior of smoking
E. Imitating lifestyles portrayed in movies and advertisements
A. Peer pressures
D. Imitating adult behavior of smoking
E. Imitating lifestyles portrayed in movies and advertisements
Which strategy would the nurse use to help a depressed, withdrawn client
who exhibits sadness through nonverbal behaviors?
A. Increase structured physical activity
B. Cope with painful feelings by sharing them
C. Decide which unit activities the client can perform
D. Improve the ability to communicate with significant others
B. Cope with painful feelings by sharing them
Which priority objective would the nurse add to the plan of care for a male
client who is withdrawn, shy, has low self-esteem and is afraid to talk to
members of the opposite sex?
A. The client will increase his self-esteem
B. The client will understand his sexual disorder
C. The client will examine his feelings toward women
D. The client will describe his knowledge of sexual function
A. The client will increase his self-esteem
Which action would the nurse take to minimize agitation in a disturbed
client?
A. Ensure constant contact
B. Increase environmental sensory stimulation
C. Limit unnecessary interactions with the client
D. Discuss the reasons for the client's behavior
C. Limit unnecessary interactions with the client
Which response would the nurse make to a client who has been attending
a day treatment facility for 1 month with depressive disorder and is to be
discharged in a week?
A. 'We just have a few sessions left. I'm really pleased at your progress.'
B. 'Your discharge date has been set for next week. That's wonderful
news.'
C. 'There are five sessions remaining. We need to start making plans to
end our sessions.'
, D. 'I understand that your discharge is set for next week. I'm wondering
how you feel about that?'
D. 'I understand that your discharge is set for next week. I'm wondering
how you feel about that?'
Which response would the nurse use after receiving instructions regarding
dressing changes and care of a recently inserted nephrostomy tube when
the client states "I hope I can handle all this at home; it's a lot to
remember"?
A. "I'm sure you can do it."
B. "Oh, a family member can do it for you."
C. "You seem to be nervous about going home."
D. "Perhaps you can stay in the hospital another day."
C. "You seem to be nervous about going home."
Which approach would the nurse take for a client who was involved in a
near-fatal automobile collision and arrives at the crisis center with reports of
anxiety and flashbacks?
A. Focusing on the present
B. Identifying past stressors
C. Discussing a referral for psychotherapy
D. Exploring the client's history of mental health problems
A. Focusing on the present
Which response would the nurse make to a client who says, "I'm a terrible,
evil person. The voices are telling me that God needs to punish me'?
A. 'God is loving and won't punish you.
B. 'Those voices you're hearing are a fantasy.'
C. 'Tell me what you're thinking about yourself.'
D. 'you aren't wicked-both God and I love you.'
C. 'Tell me what you're thinking about yourself.'
Which term describes a client who drinks 2 drinks per day with no negative
consequences?
A. Daily drinker
B. Substance abuser
C. Substance dependent
D. Functional alcoholic
A. Daily drinker
Which statement is true about the instrumental relativist orientation stage?
A. An individual recognizes that there is more than 1 correct point of view.
B. An individual finds a balance between societal rules and basic human
rights and obligations
C. An individual response to a moral dilemma is in terms of absolute
