FINAL CALIFORNIA PSYCHIATRIC
TECHNICIAN BOARD EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ACCURATE ANSWERS
2026/2027(100% GUARANTEED PASS)
The most appropriate holiday activity for clients 14-years- old and older would be to:
a. Have an Easter egg hunt on Easter.
b. Cut out paper hearts for Valentine's day.
c. Barbecue hot dogs on the 4th of July.
d. Have Santa Claus visit on Christmas. - ANSWER-c. Barbecue hot dogs on the 4th of
July.
The most appropriate site to teach a client restaurant eating skills would be a:
a. Dining room in a house.
b. Classroom.
c. A room resembling a restaurant.
d. Restaurant. - ANSWER-d. Restaurant.
Patients diagnosed with a stroke and is in Phase 2 of their rehabilitation. During this
phase the patient is encouraged to strengthen their muscles and help themselves. What
is the best way to help them achieve these goals:
a. Comb and brush their hair for them.
b. Provide them with finger foods.
c. Wash their face and back for them.
d. Provide passive range of motion. - ANSWER-b. Provide them with finger foods.
The Psychiatric Technician is helping a person with a hearing loss. Which approach
should the Psychiatric Technician take when communicating with this person?
a. Use body language to convey messages.
b. Speak to the person face-to-face.
c. Speak loudly in the ear of the person.
d. Use one word sentences. - ANSWER-b. Speak to the person face-to-face.
The Psychiatric Technician is helping a post-surgical patient keep record of intake and
output. The patient consumed 8 ounces of milk, 4 ounces of coffee, 2 ounces of jello,
and 2 ounces of ice cream. What would be recorded as intake?
a. 300 ml.
b. 360 ml.
c. 440 ml.
d. 480 ml. - ANSWER-d. 480 ml.
,What is the first step would you take if client you are feeding begins coughing, choking
and turns cyanotic.
a. Position client in a high Fowler's position.
b. Stop feeding the client.
c. Suction airway until clear.
d. Provide oxygen if color has not returned to normal - ANSWER-b. Stop feeding the
client.
What would be the most important consideration while assisting a disoriented and
confused client with activities of daily living?
a. The Psychiatric Technician needs to perform the activities of daily living.
b. Provide a simple structured environment and assist as required.
c. Encourage the client to follow facility routine.
d. Store frequently used items in a locked cabinet. - ANSWER-b. Provide a simple
structured environment and assist as required.
When feeding a client who does not voluntarily open his mouth the Psychiatric
Technician should:
a. Touch the lips with the spoon.
b. Use thumb and index finger on chin to open mouth.
c. stop feeding, the client has a right to refuse to eat.
d. Firmly remind the client they have a doctor order to eat. - ANSWER-a. Touch the lips
with the spoon.
The Psychiatric Technician observes a human bite on the arm of a client who has just
been in a fight. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the Psychiatric
Technician to take first?
a. Reassure the client that he will be seen by a medical doctor.
b. Immobilize the arm and notify the physician.
c. Wash the wound with soap and water and apply a bandage.
d. Administer amoxicillin 250 mg PO TID x 10 Days. - ANSWER-c. Wash the wound
with soap and water and apply a bandage.
What should the Psychiatric Technician do for a 12 year old client who developed a
nose bleed after walking into a pole.? No other injuries are present and no alteration of
consciousness is evident.
a. Have the client lie down and summon the RN.
b. Have the client go to the rest room and wash his face.
c. Have the client tilt his head back and gently blow his nose.
d. Have the client sit in a chair and pinch the nose shut. - ANSWER-d. Have the client
sit in a chair and pinch the nose shut.
A client falls with a dish that breaks and lacerates his hand. There is a considerable
amount of bleeding from the wound. Which of the following would be the most
appropriate action for the Psychiatric Technician to take first?
a. Get a sterile dressing and cover the wound.
, b. Put on gloves and apply pressure directly over the wound.
c. Elevate the affected hand to reduce bleeding.
d. Elevate the legs to prevent shock. - ANSWER-b. Put on gloves and apply pressure
directly over the wound.
The Psychiatric Technician is the first to respond to the collapse of the roof in the
cafeteria of the Developmental Center. Which of the following is the first action that
should be taken by the Psychiatric Technician when surveying the scene?
a. Try to determine what happened.
b. Determine how many people may be injured.
c. Determine if there are any bystanders who can help.
d. Determine if the room is safe to enter. - ANSWER-d. Determine if the room is safe to
enter.
A patient with acute renal failure should receive...
a. a high calorie diet that is low in protein and may be low in potassium and sodium.
b. a high calorie diet high in potassium and protein.
c. a low calorie diet high in carbohydrate and proteins.
d. a low calorie diet high in sodium, potassium and fats. - ANSWER-a. a high calorie
diet that is low in protein and may be low in potassium and sodium.
Anuria refers to a daily urine output of less than ______ ml.
a. 100
b. 200
c. 300
d. 400 - ANSWER-a. 100
In a patient with anorexia nervosa, the highest treatment priority is:
a. helping the patient achieve a good self-concept.
b. observation of all eating activities.
c. correction of nutritional and electrolyte imbalances.
d. inclusion of the family in the treatment plan. - ANSWER-c. correction of nutritional
and electrolyte imbalances.
An 83 year old complains to you about chronic constipation. Which dietary
recommendation would you make?
a. Increase foods high in iron. b. Increase dairy products.
c. Eat more meats.
d. Increase foods high in fiber. - ANSWER-d. Increase foods high in fiber.
The Psychiatric Technician should not give analgesics to a consumer with abdominal
pain caused by appendicitis because:
a. the drugs may lower the WBC count.
b. most analgesics have a side effect of abdominal pain.
c. narcotics are the preferred classification of medication.
TECHNICIAN BOARD EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ACCURATE ANSWERS
2026/2027(100% GUARANTEED PASS)
The most appropriate holiday activity for clients 14-years- old and older would be to:
a. Have an Easter egg hunt on Easter.
b. Cut out paper hearts for Valentine's day.
c. Barbecue hot dogs on the 4th of July.
d. Have Santa Claus visit on Christmas. - ANSWER-c. Barbecue hot dogs on the 4th of
July.
The most appropriate site to teach a client restaurant eating skills would be a:
a. Dining room in a house.
b. Classroom.
c. A room resembling a restaurant.
d. Restaurant. - ANSWER-d. Restaurant.
Patients diagnosed with a stroke and is in Phase 2 of their rehabilitation. During this
phase the patient is encouraged to strengthen their muscles and help themselves. What
is the best way to help them achieve these goals:
a. Comb and brush their hair for them.
b. Provide them with finger foods.
c. Wash their face and back for them.
d. Provide passive range of motion. - ANSWER-b. Provide them with finger foods.
The Psychiatric Technician is helping a person with a hearing loss. Which approach
should the Psychiatric Technician take when communicating with this person?
a. Use body language to convey messages.
b. Speak to the person face-to-face.
c. Speak loudly in the ear of the person.
d. Use one word sentences. - ANSWER-b. Speak to the person face-to-face.
The Psychiatric Technician is helping a post-surgical patient keep record of intake and
output. The patient consumed 8 ounces of milk, 4 ounces of coffee, 2 ounces of jello,
and 2 ounces of ice cream. What would be recorded as intake?
a. 300 ml.
b. 360 ml.
c. 440 ml.
d. 480 ml. - ANSWER-d. 480 ml.
,What is the first step would you take if client you are feeding begins coughing, choking
and turns cyanotic.
a. Position client in a high Fowler's position.
b. Stop feeding the client.
c. Suction airway until clear.
d. Provide oxygen if color has not returned to normal - ANSWER-b. Stop feeding the
client.
What would be the most important consideration while assisting a disoriented and
confused client with activities of daily living?
a. The Psychiatric Technician needs to perform the activities of daily living.
b. Provide a simple structured environment and assist as required.
c. Encourage the client to follow facility routine.
d. Store frequently used items in a locked cabinet. - ANSWER-b. Provide a simple
structured environment and assist as required.
When feeding a client who does not voluntarily open his mouth the Psychiatric
Technician should:
a. Touch the lips with the spoon.
b. Use thumb and index finger on chin to open mouth.
c. stop feeding, the client has a right to refuse to eat.
d. Firmly remind the client they have a doctor order to eat. - ANSWER-a. Touch the lips
with the spoon.
The Psychiatric Technician observes a human bite on the arm of a client who has just
been in a fight. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the Psychiatric
Technician to take first?
a. Reassure the client that he will be seen by a medical doctor.
b. Immobilize the arm and notify the physician.
c. Wash the wound with soap and water and apply a bandage.
d. Administer amoxicillin 250 mg PO TID x 10 Days. - ANSWER-c. Wash the wound
with soap and water and apply a bandage.
What should the Psychiatric Technician do for a 12 year old client who developed a
nose bleed after walking into a pole.? No other injuries are present and no alteration of
consciousness is evident.
a. Have the client lie down and summon the RN.
b. Have the client go to the rest room and wash his face.
c. Have the client tilt his head back and gently blow his nose.
d. Have the client sit in a chair and pinch the nose shut. - ANSWER-d. Have the client
sit in a chair and pinch the nose shut.
A client falls with a dish that breaks and lacerates his hand. There is a considerable
amount of bleeding from the wound. Which of the following would be the most
appropriate action for the Psychiatric Technician to take first?
a. Get a sterile dressing and cover the wound.
, b. Put on gloves and apply pressure directly over the wound.
c. Elevate the affected hand to reduce bleeding.
d. Elevate the legs to prevent shock. - ANSWER-b. Put on gloves and apply pressure
directly over the wound.
The Psychiatric Technician is the first to respond to the collapse of the roof in the
cafeteria of the Developmental Center. Which of the following is the first action that
should be taken by the Psychiatric Technician when surveying the scene?
a. Try to determine what happened.
b. Determine how many people may be injured.
c. Determine if there are any bystanders who can help.
d. Determine if the room is safe to enter. - ANSWER-d. Determine if the room is safe to
enter.
A patient with acute renal failure should receive...
a. a high calorie diet that is low in protein and may be low in potassium and sodium.
b. a high calorie diet high in potassium and protein.
c. a low calorie diet high in carbohydrate and proteins.
d. a low calorie diet high in sodium, potassium and fats. - ANSWER-a. a high calorie
diet that is low in protein and may be low in potassium and sodium.
Anuria refers to a daily urine output of less than ______ ml.
a. 100
b. 200
c. 300
d. 400 - ANSWER-a. 100
In a patient with anorexia nervosa, the highest treatment priority is:
a. helping the patient achieve a good self-concept.
b. observation of all eating activities.
c. correction of nutritional and electrolyte imbalances.
d. inclusion of the family in the treatment plan. - ANSWER-c. correction of nutritional
and electrolyte imbalances.
An 83 year old complains to you about chronic constipation. Which dietary
recommendation would you make?
a. Increase foods high in iron. b. Increase dairy products.
c. Eat more meats.
d. Increase foods high in fiber. - ANSWER-d. Increase foods high in fiber.
The Psychiatric Technician should not give analgesics to a consumer with abdominal
pain caused by appendicitis because:
a. the drugs may lower the WBC count.
b. most analgesics have a side effect of abdominal pain.
c. narcotics are the preferred classification of medication.
