Virginia PRS Final Exam (Not
Certification) Questions & Answers6
What is the name of the process that helps a peer supporter sort through the complexity of an
ethical situation and serves as an aid in determining the best course of action that one might
take in that situation? - ANSWERS-Ethical decision making
Family-driven care, a core concept in the Family Support Movement, states: - ANSWERS-Families
have a primary decision-making role in the care of their own children
Ethical principles for a CPRS includes which of the following: - ANSWERS-Scope of
practice/practice guidelines
What is the motto that began with the early consumer movement? - ANSWERS-"Nothing about
us without us"
When considering an ethical dilemma, which of the following is always part of the process? -
ANSWERS-Consult with a colleague, mentor, or supervisor
The definition of Equity in the concept of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEI-J) is: -
ANSWERS-That resources are distributed based on the tailored needs of a specific audienc
Which of the following is true when considering boundaries? - ANSWERS-Our boundaries may
be challenged as Peer Recovery Specialists in many ways
Which term is defined as the ability to work effectively in culturally diverse situations? -
ANSWERS-Cultural Intelligence
, Which Ethical Principle of a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist is listed first in the Virginia
Certification Board Code of Ethical Conduct? - ANSWERS-Recovery First
Which office of Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services affords
individuals receiving services due process whereby complaints against assured rights and
complaints involving abuse, neglect, and exploitation (ANE) can be heard, impartially
investigated, and resolved? - ANSWERS-Office of Human Rights
In the strengths-based model, a per supporter is expected to: - ANSWERS-Engage the peer being
served in a conversation about their personal strengths and abilities
How is recovery defined? - ANSWERS-By each individual
Which of the following describes the strengths-based model? - ANSWERS-Recover, reclamation,
and transformation are available to all
Which is true of peer recovery support? - ANSWERS-Believes the individual may use two or
more pathways on their road to recovery, both concurrently and sequentially
When staying connected to your community, which of the following helps make the connection
real? - ANSWERS-Conversation, visiting, connecting, and participating in daily activities
The words we use when a PRS communicates with others are important. What are the possible
impacts on someone seeking recovery when we use words like: addict, abuser, bulimic,
schizophrenic, when speaking to peers, colleagues, or anyone else? - ANSWERS-The person may
feel less than, looked down upon, or like a failure
What is strong about spirituality in recovery? - ANSWERS-For many individuals, spirituality
provides hope, solace during challenges, peace and understanding, and is a source of social
support
Certification) Questions & Answers6
What is the name of the process that helps a peer supporter sort through the complexity of an
ethical situation and serves as an aid in determining the best course of action that one might
take in that situation? - ANSWERS-Ethical decision making
Family-driven care, a core concept in the Family Support Movement, states: - ANSWERS-Families
have a primary decision-making role in the care of their own children
Ethical principles for a CPRS includes which of the following: - ANSWERS-Scope of
practice/practice guidelines
What is the motto that began with the early consumer movement? - ANSWERS-"Nothing about
us without us"
When considering an ethical dilemma, which of the following is always part of the process? -
ANSWERS-Consult with a colleague, mentor, or supervisor
The definition of Equity in the concept of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEI-J) is: -
ANSWERS-That resources are distributed based on the tailored needs of a specific audienc
Which of the following is true when considering boundaries? - ANSWERS-Our boundaries may
be challenged as Peer Recovery Specialists in many ways
Which term is defined as the ability to work effectively in culturally diverse situations? -
ANSWERS-Cultural Intelligence
, Which Ethical Principle of a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist is listed first in the Virginia
Certification Board Code of Ethical Conduct? - ANSWERS-Recovery First
Which office of Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services affords
individuals receiving services due process whereby complaints against assured rights and
complaints involving abuse, neglect, and exploitation (ANE) can be heard, impartially
investigated, and resolved? - ANSWERS-Office of Human Rights
In the strengths-based model, a per supporter is expected to: - ANSWERS-Engage the peer being
served in a conversation about their personal strengths and abilities
How is recovery defined? - ANSWERS-By each individual
Which of the following describes the strengths-based model? - ANSWERS-Recover, reclamation,
and transformation are available to all
Which is true of peer recovery support? - ANSWERS-Believes the individual may use two or
more pathways on their road to recovery, both concurrently and sequentially
When staying connected to your community, which of the following helps make the connection
real? - ANSWERS-Conversation, visiting, connecting, and participating in daily activities
The words we use when a PRS communicates with others are important. What are the possible
impacts on someone seeking recovery when we use words like: addict, abuser, bulimic,
schizophrenic, when speaking to peers, colleagues, or anyone else? - ANSWERS-The person may
feel less than, looked down upon, or like a failure
What is strong about spirituality in recovery? - ANSWERS-For many individuals, spirituality
provides hope, solace during challenges, peace and understanding, and is a source of social
support
