Jurisprudence Practice Exam 2023 with verified questions and answers

A doctorate is required for Technical Testing and Advanced Testing under CRS 12-43-228. True or False? False The legal definition of psychotherapy in CRS 12-43-201(9) includes testing, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and counseling. True or False? True HIPPA is state law not federal law. True or False? False Two misdemeanor violations of a mental health law can result in a felony indictment. True or False? True Supervisors will be held liable if the supervisee is NOT legally listed with DORA. True or False? True Under CRS 27-65-103: Mandatory disclosure statements must be signed by the legal guardian or the parent of a child under 18 and the psychotherapist is NOT licensed. True or False? True The legal definition of psychotherapy in CRS 12--43-201(9) includes understanding unconscious or conscious motivation. True or False? True Under CRS 12-43-222 DORA regulatory boards can now sanction psychotherapists for NOT responding to a grievance. True or False? True The 3 public and 4 professional DORA mental health board members are appointed by the Governor of Colorado. True or False? True Both spouses or both partners must sign a waiver to release confidential information from couple therapy sessions. True or False? True Because of what the ACA Code of Ethics says; HIV/AIDS, Hep C, and TB are exceptions to client confidentiality rules for psychotherapists listed in the Colorado Mental Health Statute (12-43-218). True or False? False Confidentiality law does not apply after the client is dead. True or False? False Duty to warn and duty to protect are: a) legal and ethical requirements b) voluntary requirements c) expired requirements d) renewable requirements A The Colorado mental health regulatory boards can: a) appoint their own members b) revise statutes without the legislature c) require a psychotherapist to submit to an examinations or refer a psychotherapist to a peer assistant program d) issue court orders c Prohibited activities DO NOT include: a) Not referring when a client fails to benefit from psychotherapy b) requiring a client to buy a book written by the psychotherapist c) Responding to a DORA complaint without a client release d) Sexual misconduct with a client or an ex-client c Sanctions from a DORA regulatory board do NOT include: a) probation or practice monitoring b) a letter of admonition c) revocation, suspension, or a cease and desist order d) a public letter of confidential concern d If you are grieved to DORA under CRS 12-43-222 you must: a) answer or be sanctioned b) not answer c) consider an answer d) none of the above a Which is NOT a mandated reported requirement under Colorado law? a) Elder abuse and neglect b) domestic violence c) child abuse and neglect d) threats against a church, mall, school, workplace, or theatre b What is the client's right to keep information confidential in court? a) privilege b) regulation c) commitment d) notification a Which professionals are mandated child abuse reporters? a) dentists, veterinarians, and physicians b) religious ministers and pharmacists c) psychotherapists and optometrists d) All of the above d What degree is required for technical testing under CRS 12-43-228? a) Associate b) Bachelor c) Masters d) Doctorate c Generally accepted standards of practice are NOT determined by: a) Professional Organization Codes of Ethics b) State Government Policies c) Community Standards d) Court Decisions b How many misdemeanors add up to a felony under Colorado law? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five a Disciplines regulated by Colorado psychotherapy law do NOT include: a) professional counseling, school psychology, and marriage and family therapy b) registered psychotherapy and social work c) addiction counseling and psychology d) life coaching, psychiatric technicians, and religious ministry d If a client's treatment issue is not benefiting from psychotherapy the counselor must: a) try harder b) terminate, consult, or refer c) make the sessions longer d) study a book on the issue b A psychotherapist must have completed how many graduate classes to do Advanced Testing under CRS 12-43-228? a) 6 b) 11 c) 12 d) 13 b DORA Regulatory Boards CANNOT: a) enjoin a psychotherapist as a court b) impose $5000 fine per mental health law violation c) Suspend, deny, or revoke licensure, certification, or registration d) Issue a Public Letter of Admonition a DORA Board rules are: a) guidelines and policies for mental health professionals b) legally enforceable under Colorado Mental Health Law c) suggestions for psychotherapists d) policies to develop a private practice but not an agency b Inappropriate court testimony includes: a) custody evaluations inconsistent with CRS 14-10-124 b) stating educational credentials c) referencing progress notes d) practicing testimony a Who does NOT have the legal authority for authorization of emergency mental health holds under CRS 27-65? a) A police officer and a marriage and family therapist b) A medical assistant or a nurses aid c) a professional counselor and a psychologist d) a social worker and a licensed addiction counselor b Expired DORA licensure requires__________________ for reinstatement. a) an application b) a reinstatement fee c) 20 hours of continuing education for every year of expiration d) All of the above d State of Colorado Psychotherapists Record Keeping requirements include: a) A treatment plan b) a termination summary c) Progress notes d) All of the above d When is a Mandatory Disclosure Statement not required under 12-43-214? a) court ordered clients b) forensic evaluations c) emergencies d) all of the above d Colorado Law (CRS 13) requires that psychotherapists: a) restrain the client and keep them in the office b) notify law enforcement and the intended victim(s) of a threat by a client c) convince the client to surrender all weapons to the therapist d) contact the Ethics Office of the therapist's professional organization b What may a DORA regulatory board NOT do? a) Conduct hearings b) Adopt rules or regulations c) maintain confidentiality of complainant and respondent d) Arbitrate or adjudicate fee disputes between psychotherapists d