SWRK379: Chapter 1-8 EXAM 1 ALL ANSWERS 100% CORRECT GUARANTEED GRADE A+

Why is it useful to move beyond what the client has stated? a. It is dangerous to do so because it involves making conjectures that may or may not be true. b. It uses the practitioner’s assumptions to understand the client’s current situation. c. It often helps the client gain new understanding or insight. d. It requires the client to become creative in his/her responses. Question 2 Which of the following is NOT one of the circumstances in which a practitioner is required to break confidentiality? a. When the client states that she was sexually assaulted 20 years ago, as a 10-year- old child, by a man who is now dead b. When the client indicates in session that her elderly neighbor with dementia is being locked in her room and tied to her chair by the neighbor’s daughter, to prevent her from wandering off and getting lost c. When the client states in session that her live-in boyfriend burns her one-year-old daughter with cigarette butts d. When the client threatens to hurt herself Question 3 Commonalities among the ethical codes in the various helping disciplines include all of the following EXCEPT: a. informed consent. b. confidentiality. c. assessment. d. payment. Question 4 Core interpersonal qualities essential for the development of a good working relationship between clients and practitioners include all of the following EXCEPT: a. Indifference. b. Genuineness. c. Warmth. d. Respect. Question 5 Your friend calls you and tells you that his therapist is suggesting cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). You mention that you have been learning CBT at your practicum, and that it is an empirically validated therapy. Your friend then asks if you would be willing to conduct phone therapy with him, and he would be willing to pay you to be his therapist. He feels that, because you have known him for a long time, you will be better able to understand his situation than his new therapist. What would be an appropriate response? a. I would, but I’m not licensed yet. Ask me again after I become licensed. b. Sure! My hourly rate is $35. c. It’s actually against my code of ethics to enter into professional relationships with friends. I think you should work with your current therapist, and I would be happy to support you as a friend. d. I’d be happy to do therapy with you, but I won’t accept payment since you are my friend. Question 6 A practitioner notices that one client tends to communicate in a story form, while another client tends to jump from one topic to another. This practitioner is noticing the clients’: a. talk therapy. b. style of communicating. c. jargon and colloquialisms. d. meaning. Question 7 When language differences exist between practitioner and client, it is especially important to frequently: a. reflect or summarize. b. ask leading questions. c. find commonalities. d. ignore mistakes in understanding. Question 8 Regarding culture, it is important for the practitioner to a. accept that how he/she sees the world is only one way of many equally valid ways of viewing the world. b. take on the cultural practices of the client to develop true empathy. c. debate the pros and cons of various cultural beliefs with clients to help them understand their false cultural beliefs. d. convince the client that the practitioner’s cultural assumptions are valid in order to broaden the client’s worldview. Question 9 One way to get the most from supervision is to: a. only share your successes with your supervisor. b. engage in nonjudgmental self-reflection that allows you to share successes and missteps with your supervisor. c. engage in self-criticism to highlight areas of discouragement. d. let the supervisor know that you are doing fine with your clients so he/she knows what a great therapist you are. Question 10 In subsequent meetings, a common beginning phrase is: a. “Hello.” b. There is no common beginning phrase. c. “Where would you like to start?” d. “Why are you always late for our meetings?” Question 11 It is essential that your guide your behavior as a practitioner, even when your clash with them. a. professional ethics; personal values. b. professional ethics; licensing requirements. c. personal values; professional ethics. d. personal values; licensing requirements. Question 12 Some of the firmest constructs of the self are developed . a. in childhood. b. in adolescence. c. individually. d. in vitro. Question 13 A practitioner views a client’s stealing as unacceptable behavior but understandable given the context. The practitioner is likely practicing from a(n): a. constructivist perspective. b. ecological perspective. c. dual perspective d. empowerment perspective. Question 14 From an ecological perspective, if a client decides to engage regularly in cocaine use, her behavior would be considered: a. maladaptive. b. dysfunctional. c. acceptable. d. sensible given the context. Question 15 All of the following are characteristics of a closed family system EXCEPT a. Families hold onto their established values and traditions. b. As the family matures, changes are tolerated and supported. c. Family members are suspicious of outsiders. d. They tend to exist in relative isolation. Question 16 When working with an individual client, which seating arrangement is most conducive to open discussion? a. Sitting behind the client so the client may free associate. b. All seating arrangements have the same effect. c. Sitting across from a client so the client feels comfortable. d. Sitting behind a desk to increase professionalism. Question 17 All of the following are examples of unhelpful responses EXCEPT: a. “Tell me about something you tried to address this problem in the past.” b. “You are never given more than you can handle.” c. “Everything will be fine after a few days.” d. “Everything happens for a reason.” Question 18 The empty nest occurs when a. spouses drift apart, and each feels empty inside. b. people move into a bigger house, and the house feels emptier. c. one of the spouses passes away, and the other spouse feels lonely. d. children move away from home, and the parents feel their absence. Question 19 When working with clients, the professional should: a. focus on understanding a situation or problem from the client’s point of view. b. apply his/her own point of view to the client’s situation to provide alternative solutions. c. base suggestions on personal opinions and on what the professional would do in the situation. d. allow personal value