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LMSW Practice Test ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR – JUST
RELEASED
LMSW Practice Test Questions - ANSWER-Exam Coverage
The exam coverage includes key knowledge areas assessed in Licensed Master Social Worker
(LMSW) practice test questions. It focuses on human development and behavior, social work
theories, assessment and diagnosis, and intervention strategies used in social work practice.
The exam also evaluates understanding of professional ethics, client advocacy, cultural
competence, case management, and the application of social work principles in diverse clinical
and community settings. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and
the ability to apply appropriate interventions to support individuals, families, and communities.
QUESTION: 2. It is necessary to obtain informed consent prior to giving out data about a patient.
Which of the following statements is MOST correct regarding this issue?
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a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most situations, but not in all
situations.
b. If a significant other requests information about your patient, you may release it without
informed consent.
c. If you are going to consult with a colleague, you must have informed consent from your
patient.
d. You must always have informed consent from your patient. - ANSWER-a. You must obtain
informed consent from your patient in most situations, but not in all situations.
QUESTION: 3. A soldier with combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder desires to return to
combat. What is the first thing you should do?
a. Allow the soldier full self-determination, returning when he deems appropriate.
b. Inform the client that return will likely cause an increase in symptoms and is not advised.
c. Contact the commanding officer to determine if this is an option for the soldier.
d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning. - ANSWER-d. Assess progress in
treatment and current level of functioning.
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QUESTION: 1. According to Beck, a depressed person does not see the positive aspects of
his/her situation because of:
a. Precipitating factors
b. Lack of support
c. A dysfunctional schema
d. Lack of adaptive coping strategies - ANSWER-c. A dysfunctional schema
QUESTION: 4. A man is referred by his primary care provider and presents with a diagnosis of
Hypochondriasis. What is the FIRST crucial step in treatment?
a. History taking
b. Establishment of trust and appreciation for the patient's problems
c. Education about the link between stress, emotions and lifestyle and physical health
d. Treatment planning - ANSWER-b. Establishment of trust and appreciation for the patient's
problems
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QUESTION: 5. Client: "I'm depressed. I've lost my hair at a much quicker rate than I thought
possible. I'm terribly embarrassed to go out in public. I'm feeling extremely anxious and uneasy
about my baldness." Social Worker: "You're anxious and uneasy about the transformations that
are a natural process of aging." The social worker's response is:
a. Encouragement
b. Summarization
c. Paraphrase
d. Reflection of feeling - ANSWER-d. Reflection of feeling
QUESTION: 6. How do you find the median of a set with an even number of items?
a. The larger of the two middle numbers is the median.
b. The two middle numbers are both medians.
c. Find the average of the two middle numbers.
d. A set with an even number of items does not have a median. - ANSWER-c. Find the average of
the two middle numbers.
LMSW Practice Test ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR – JUST
RELEASED
LMSW Practice Test Questions - ANSWER-Exam Coverage
The exam coverage includes key knowledge areas assessed in Licensed Master Social Worker
(LMSW) practice test questions. It focuses on human development and behavior, social work
theories, assessment and diagnosis, and intervention strategies used in social work practice.
The exam also evaluates understanding of professional ethics, client advocacy, cultural
competence, case management, and the application of social work principles in diverse clinical
and community settings. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and
the ability to apply appropriate interventions to support individuals, families, and communities.
QUESTION: 2. It is necessary to obtain informed consent prior to giving out data about a patient.
Which of the following statements is MOST correct regarding this issue?
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a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most situations, but not in all
situations.
b. If a significant other requests information about your patient, you may release it without
informed consent.
c. If you are going to consult with a colleague, you must have informed consent from your
patient.
d. You must always have informed consent from your patient. - ANSWER-a. You must obtain
informed consent from your patient in most situations, but not in all situations.
QUESTION: 3. A soldier with combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder desires to return to
combat. What is the first thing you should do?
a. Allow the soldier full self-determination, returning when he deems appropriate.
b. Inform the client that return will likely cause an increase in symptoms and is not advised.
c. Contact the commanding officer to determine if this is an option for the soldier.
d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning. - ANSWER-d. Assess progress in
treatment and current level of functioning.
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QUESTION: 1. According to Beck, a depressed person does not see the positive aspects of
his/her situation because of:
a. Precipitating factors
b. Lack of support
c. A dysfunctional schema
d. Lack of adaptive coping strategies - ANSWER-c. A dysfunctional schema
QUESTION: 4. A man is referred by his primary care provider and presents with a diagnosis of
Hypochondriasis. What is the FIRST crucial step in treatment?
a. History taking
b. Establishment of trust and appreciation for the patient's problems
c. Education about the link between stress, emotions and lifestyle and physical health
d. Treatment planning - ANSWER-b. Establishment of trust and appreciation for the patient's
problems
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QUESTION: 5. Client: "I'm depressed. I've lost my hair at a much quicker rate than I thought
possible. I'm terribly embarrassed to go out in public. I'm feeling extremely anxious and uneasy
about my baldness." Social Worker: "You're anxious and uneasy about the transformations that
are a natural process of aging." The social worker's response is:
a. Encouragement
b. Summarization
c. Paraphrase
d. Reflection of feeling - ANSWER-d. Reflection of feeling
QUESTION: 6. How do you find the median of a set with an even number of items?
a. The larger of the two middle numbers is the median.
b. The two middle numbers are both medians.
c. Find the average of the two middle numbers.
d. A set with an even number of items does not have a median. - ANSWER-c. Find the average of
the two middle numbers.
