CERTIFIED MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
(CMHT) EXAM QUESTION AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A INSTANT
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1. The primary role of a Certified Mental Health Technician is to
A. Diagnose mental disorders
B. Prescribe psychiatric medication
C. Provide direct client care and support
D. Conduct psychotherapy sessions
Answer: C
Rationale: Mental Health Technicians provide direct care, observation, and
support but do not diagnose or prescribe.
2. Which action best demonstrates therapeutic communication?
A. Giving advice based on personal experience
B. Changing the subject when emotions arise
C. Listening actively and reflecting feelings
D. Challenging the client’s beliefs immediately
Answer: C
Rationale: Therapeutic communication involves active listening, empathy, and
reflection.
, 3. Confidential client information may be shared without consent when
A. A family member asks
B. The client is discharged
C. There is risk of harm to self or others
D. The technician feels it is helpful
Answer: C
Rationale: Confidentiality can be legally broken if there is imminent danger.
4. Which behavior is a common symptom of major depressive disorder?
A. Elevated mood
B. Decreased need for sleep
C. Persistent sadness and loss of interest
D. Rapid speech
Answer: C
Rationale: Depression is characterized by prolonged sadness and anhedonia.
5. The purpose of a mental status examination is to assess
A. Physical fitness
B. Cognitive and emotional functioning
C. Family history
D. Medication costs
Answer: B
Rationale: Mental status exams evaluate appearance, mood, cognition, and
perception.
6. Which is a positive coping skill?
A. Substance use
B. Avoidance
, C. Deep breathing
D. Isolation
Answer: C
Rationale: Relaxation techniques like deep breathing are healthy coping
strategies.
7. A client experiencing hallucinations is best described as having
A. Delusions
B. Thought blocking
C. Perceptual disturbances
D. Flight of ideas
Answer: C
Rationale: Hallucinations are sensory perceptions without external stimuli.
8. Which action is appropriate during a psychiatric emergency?
A. Leave the client alone
B. Argue with the client
C. Ensure safety and seek assistance
D. Ignore aggressive behavior
Answer: C
Rationale: Safety and prompt support are critical during emergencies.
9. Bipolar disorder is characterized by
A. Only depressive episodes
B. Mood swings between depression and mania
C. Persistent anxiety
D. Personality changes only
(CMHT) EXAM QUESTION AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. The primary role of a Certified Mental Health Technician is to
A. Diagnose mental disorders
B. Prescribe psychiatric medication
C. Provide direct client care and support
D. Conduct psychotherapy sessions
Answer: C
Rationale: Mental Health Technicians provide direct care, observation, and
support but do not diagnose or prescribe.
2. Which action best demonstrates therapeutic communication?
A. Giving advice based on personal experience
B. Changing the subject when emotions arise
C. Listening actively and reflecting feelings
D. Challenging the client’s beliefs immediately
Answer: C
Rationale: Therapeutic communication involves active listening, empathy, and
reflection.
, 3. Confidential client information may be shared without consent when
A. A family member asks
B. The client is discharged
C. There is risk of harm to self or others
D. The technician feels it is helpful
Answer: C
Rationale: Confidentiality can be legally broken if there is imminent danger.
4. Which behavior is a common symptom of major depressive disorder?
A. Elevated mood
B. Decreased need for sleep
C. Persistent sadness and loss of interest
D. Rapid speech
Answer: C
Rationale: Depression is characterized by prolonged sadness and anhedonia.
5. The purpose of a mental status examination is to assess
A. Physical fitness
B. Cognitive and emotional functioning
C. Family history
D. Medication costs
Answer: B
Rationale: Mental status exams evaluate appearance, mood, cognition, and
perception.
6. Which is a positive coping skill?
A. Substance use
B. Avoidance
, C. Deep breathing
D. Isolation
Answer: C
Rationale: Relaxation techniques like deep breathing are healthy coping
strategies.
7. A client experiencing hallucinations is best described as having
A. Delusions
B. Thought blocking
C. Perceptual disturbances
D. Flight of ideas
Answer: C
Rationale: Hallucinations are sensory perceptions without external stimuli.
8. Which action is appropriate during a psychiatric emergency?
A. Leave the client alone
B. Argue with the client
C. Ensure safety and seek assistance
D. Ignore aggressive behavior
Answer: C
Rationale: Safety and prompt support are critical during emergencies.
9. Bipolar disorder is characterized by
A. Only depressive episodes
B. Mood swings between depression and mania
C. Persistent anxiety
D. Personality changes only
