Alcohol And Drug Counselor Exam
Practice Problems (Daryn's Book)
Questions And Answers.
Domain I -
\Screening, Assessment, and Engagement
Domain I: Task 1 -
\Demonstrate verbal and non-verbal communication to establish rapport and promote
engagement
Domain I: Task 2 -
\Discuss with the client the rationale, purpose, and procedures associated with the
screening and assessment process to facilitate client understanding and cooperation
Domain I: Task 3 -
\Assess client's immediate needs by evaluating observed behavior and other relevant
information including signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal
Domain I: Task 4 -
\Administer appropriate evidence-based screening and assessment instruments specific
to clients to determine their strengths and needs
Domain I: Task 5 -
\Obtain relevant history and related information from the client and other pertinent
sources to establish eligibility and appropriateness of services
Domain I: Task 6 -
\Screen for physical needs, medical conditions, and co-occurring mental health
disorders that might require additional assessment and referral
Domain I: Task 7 -
\Interpret results of screening and assessment and integrate all available information to
formulate diagnostic impression and determine an appropriate course of action
Domain I: Task 8 -
\Develop a written summary of the results of the screening and assessment to
document and support the diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations
Domain II -
\Treatment Planning, Collaboration, and Referral
,Domain II: Task 1 -
\Formulate and discuss diagnostic assessment and recommendations with the client
Domain II: Task 2 -
\Use ongoing assessment and collaboration with the client and concerned others to
review and modify the treatment plan to address treatment needs
Domain II: Task 3 -
\Match client needs with community resources to facilitate positive client outcomes
Domain II: Task 4 -
\Discuss rational for a referral with the client
Domain II: Task 5 -
\Communicate with community resources regarding needs of the client
Domain II: Task 6 -
\Advocate for the client in areas of identified needs to facilitate continuity of care
Domain II: Task 7 -
\Evaluate the effectiveness of case management activities to ensure quality service
coordination
Domain II: Task 8 -
\Develop a plan with the client to strengthen ongoing recovery outside primary treatment
Domain II: Task 9 -
\Document treatment progress, outcomes, and continuing care plans
Domain II: Task 10 -
\Utilize multiple pathways of recovery in treatment planning and referral
Domain III -
\Counseling
Domain III: Task 1 -
\Develop a therapeutic relationship with clients, families, and concerned others to
facilitate transition into the recovery process
Domain III: Task 2 -
\Provide information to the client regarding the structure, expectations, and purpose of
the counseling process
Domain III: Task 3 -
\Continually evaluate the client's safety, relapse potential, and the need for crisis
intervention
,Domain III: Task 4 -
\Apply evidence-based, culturally competent counseling strategies and modalities to
facilitate progress towards completion of treatment objectives
Domain III: Task 5 -
\Assist families and concerned others in understanding substance use disorders and
engage them in the recovery process
Domain III: Task 6 -
\Document counseling activity and progress towards treatment goals and objectives
Domain III: Task 7 -
\Provide information on issues of identity, ethnic background, age, sexual orientation
and gender as it relates to substance use, prevention and recovery
Domain III: Task 8 -
\Provide information about the disease of addiction and the related health and
psychosocial consequences
Domain IV -
\Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Domain IV: Task 1 -
\Adhere to established professional codes of ethics and standards of practice to uphold
client rights while promoting best interests of the client and profession
Domain IV: Task 2 -
\Recognize diversity and client demographics, culture and other factors influencing
behavior to provide services that are sensitive to the uniqueness of the individual
Domain IV: Task 3 -
\Continue professional development through education, self-evaluation, clinical
supervision, and consultation to maintain competence and enhance professional
effectiveness
Domain IV: Task 4 -
\Identify and evaluate client needs that are outside of the counselor's ethical scope of
practice and refer to other professionals as appropriate
Domain IV: Task 5 -
\Uphold client's rights to privacy and confidentiality according to best practices in
preparation and handling of records
Domain IV: Task 6 -
, \Obtain written consent to release information from the client and/or legal guardian,
according to best practices
A fourteen-year-old male is being evaluated for cocaine abuse. He has no knowledge of
any family history of abuse and has indicated that he began only in the past 6 months.
Which of the following addiction factors is most likely the most influential on his drug
use?
A. Family influence
B. Genetics
C. Peer influence
D. Television and media -
\C. Peer influence
Which of the following is not a model for the causation of addiction?
A. Moral model
B. Blended model
C. Genetic model
D. Familial model -
\D. Familial model
As an individual continues to use an addictive forming drug over a period of time, which
of the following is a correct statement regarding the influence of outside factors (peers,
family, stress) contributing the habit of addiction?
A. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors remains about the same
B. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors increases
C. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors decreases
D. None of the above -
\C. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors decreases
Which of the following is the most commonly abused substance in America?
A. Marijuana
B. Alcohol
C. Cocaine
D. Prescription Drugs -
\B. Alcohol
Which of the following is a true statement regarding the abuse of alcohol?
A. Women have a higher risk of developing problems from alcohol abuse than men
B. Men are more likely to drink higher volumes of alcohol than women
C. Organ damage due to alcohol abuse is more likely in women than men
D. All of the above -
Practice Problems (Daryn's Book)
Questions And Answers.
Domain I -
\Screening, Assessment, and Engagement
Domain I: Task 1 -
\Demonstrate verbal and non-verbal communication to establish rapport and promote
engagement
Domain I: Task 2 -
\Discuss with the client the rationale, purpose, and procedures associated with the
screening and assessment process to facilitate client understanding and cooperation
Domain I: Task 3 -
\Assess client's immediate needs by evaluating observed behavior and other relevant
information including signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal
Domain I: Task 4 -
\Administer appropriate evidence-based screening and assessment instruments specific
to clients to determine their strengths and needs
Domain I: Task 5 -
\Obtain relevant history and related information from the client and other pertinent
sources to establish eligibility and appropriateness of services
Domain I: Task 6 -
\Screen for physical needs, medical conditions, and co-occurring mental health
disorders that might require additional assessment and referral
Domain I: Task 7 -
\Interpret results of screening and assessment and integrate all available information to
formulate diagnostic impression and determine an appropriate course of action
Domain I: Task 8 -
\Develop a written summary of the results of the screening and assessment to
document and support the diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations
Domain II -
\Treatment Planning, Collaboration, and Referral
,Domain II: Task 1 -
\Formulate and discuss diagnostic assessment and recommendations with the client
Domain II: Task 2 -
\Use ongoing assessment and collaboration with the client and concerned others to
review and modify the treatment plan to address treatment needs
Domain II: Task 3 -
\Match client needs with community resources to facilitate positive client outcomes
Domain II: Task 4 -
\Discuss rational for a referral with the client
Domain II: Task 5 -
\Communicate with community resources regarding needs of the client
Domain II: Task 6 -
\Advocate for the client in areas of identified needs to facilitate continuity of care
Domain II: Task 7 -
\Evaluate the effectiveness of case management activities to ensure quality service
coordination
Domain II: Task 8 -
\Develop a plan with the client to strengthen ongoing recovery outside primary treatment
Domain II: Task 9 -
\Document treatment progress, outcomes, and continuing care plans
Domain II: Task 10 -
\Utilize multiple pathways of recovery in treatment planning and referral
Domain III -
\Counseling
Domain III: Task 1 -
\Develop a therapeutic relationship with clients, families, and concerned others to
facilitate transition into the recovery process
Domain III: Task 2 -
\Provide information to the client regarding the structure, expectations, and purpose of
the counseling process
Domain III: Task 3 -
\Continually evaluate the client's safety, relapse potential, and the need for crisis
intervention
,Domain III: Task 4 -
\Apply evidence-based, culturally competent counseling strategies and modalities to
facilitate progress towards completion of treatment objectives
Domain III: Task 5 -
\Assist families and concerned others in understanding substance use disorders and
engage them in the recovery process
Domain III: Task 6 -
\Document counseling activity and progress towards treatment goals and objectives
Domain III: Task 7 -
\Provide information on issues of identity, ethnic background, age, sexual orientation
and gender as it relates to substance use, prevention and recovery
Domain III: Task 8 -
\Provide information about the disease of addiction and the related health and
psychosocial consequences
Domain IV -
\Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Domain IV: Task 1 -
\Adhere to established professional codes of ethics and standards of practice to uphold
client rights while promoting best interests of the client and profession
Domain IV: Task 2 -
\Recognize diversity and client demographics, culture and other factors influencing
behavior to provide services that are sensitive to the uniqueness of the individual
Domain IV: Task 3 -
\Continue professional development through education, self-evaluation, clinical
supervision, and consultation to maintain competence and enhance professional
effectiveness
Domain IV: Task 4 -
\Identify and evaluate client needs that are outside of the counselor's ethical scope of
practice and refer to other professionals as appropriate
Domain IV: Task 5 -
\Uphold client's rights to privacy and confidentiality according to best practices in
preparation and handling of records
Domain IV: Task 6 -
, \Obtain written consent to release information from the client and/or legal guardian,
according to best practices
A fourteen-year-old male is being evaluated for cocaine abuse. He has no knowledge of
any family history of abuse and has indicated that he began only in the past 6 months.
Which of the following addiction factors is most likely the most influential on his drug
use?
A. Family influence
B. Genetics
C. Peer influence
D. Television and media -
\C. Peer influence
Which of the following is not a model for the causation of addiction?
A. Moral model
B. Blended model
C. Genetic model
D. Familial model -
\D. Familial model
As an individual continues to use an addictive forming drug over a period of time, which
of the following is a correct statement regarding the influence of outside factors (peers,
family, stress) contributing the habit of addiction?
A. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors remains about the same
B. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors increases
C. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors decreases
D. None of the above -
\C. As drug use continues the influence of outside factors decreases
Which of the following is the most commonly abused substance in America?
A. Marijuana
B. Alcohol
C. Cocaine
D. Prescription Drugs -
\B. Alcohol
Which of the following is a true statement regarding the abuse of alcohol?
A. Women have a higher risk of developing problems from alcohol abuse than men
B. Men are more likely to drink higher volumes of alcohol than women
C. Organ damage due to alcohol abuse is more likely in women than men
D. All of the above -
