NR605- FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
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What is the basis of CBT? Name some main principles of CBT - ANS It focuses on how well
individuals can adapt cognitively and functionally to their environments. So it believes that the
healthier a person acts behaviorally that is due to how well they deal with situations such as
sudden life instances which then reflects on their behavior. It is a common, short-term , goal
oriented psychotherapy that is useful alone or in conjunction with other therapy. CBT puts
emphasis on client ownership and self-confidence in the change process. Psychoeducation is a
huge aspect of CBT- so HW may be given such as reading a book or ETC to aid with learning or
some activity prescribed to the persons deficit.
Dysfunctional thoughts are rooted in irrational assumptions.
Dysfunctional thinking and learned patterns of maladaptive behavior contribute to
psychological problems.
Individuals can learn more adaptive behaviors which can relieve symptoms and improve quality
of life.
CBT is positive and stresses collaboration and active participation.
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,CBT includes action plans in the form of therapy homework,
What is the goal of CBT? - ANS To help patient observe, evaluate, monitor and adapt the
patient's problematic views and behaviors toward a more hopeful, flexible inclusive and rational
confidence skill set. Cognitive and behavioral skill training that includes the person's goals and
abilities in a respectful, collaborative, structured manner is the hallmark of CBT-based
psychotherapy.
______ is the founder of CBT. - ANS Aaron Beck
What are some diagnosis' that can be treated with CBT? - ANS Depression, Anxiety, Eating
Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, tinnitus, schizophrenia
Severe mental illness and substance abuse. CBT can be used to treat many disorders, it is the
most effective psychotherapy.
__________ are faulty, exaggerated, or irrational thinking patterns that cause individuals to
inaccurately perceive reality, which can lead to negative emotions and psychopathological
states, including depression and anxiety. One of the aims of CBT is to help clients recognize and
address cognitive distortions to improve psychological health. - ANS COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
Name some different kinds of cognitive distortions - ANS all or nothing thinking
overgeneralizing
filtering
mind reading
etc
What are two cognitive techniques in CBT that be used to relieve our patients of cognitive
distortions? - ANS Socratic dialogue-SD can be used to facilitate cognitive reappraisal,
information processing, emotional regulation, and support treatment processes.
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, Decatastrophizing is a cognitive restructuring technique used to explore fears and help
challenge catastrophic thinking. Decatastrophizing involves examining the outcome the client
considers to be the "worst possible" and developing a plan of action to address that outcome to
decrease anxiety.
What is the hallmark cognitive technique of CBT therapy? and explain it. - ANS Socratic
dialogue. It is when the therapist or PMHNP asks questions that will help lead the patient to
express and work through cognitive distortions that they may feel or have convinced
themselves. Its also known as a mutual discovery. The questions are outlined based on such:
memory, translation, interpretation, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
Example: I waved at my friend from afar. They didn't wave back-they dont like me.
What made you come to that assumption?
Why do you think that is the conclusion you settled on?
It is more important to allow the patient to answer their own question vs. answering for them.
What are some behavioral techniques used in CBT? - ANS Assertiveness training:
Behavioral rehearsal: example the exchange btwn Mickey and I with my therapist.
Contingency Management: a paycheck after a job is complete.
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100% CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
VERSION 2025/2026.
What is the basis of CBT? Name some main principles of CBT - ANS It focuses on how well
individuals can adapt cognitively and functionally to their environments. So it believes that the
healthier a person acts behaviorally that is due to how well they deal with situations such as
sudden life instances which then reflects on their behavior. It is a common, short-term , goal
oriented psychotherapy that is useful alone or in conjunction with other therapy. CBT puts
emphasis on client ownership and self-confidence in the change process. Psychoeducation is a
huge aspect of CBT- so HW may be given such as reading a book or ETC to aid with learning or
some activity prescribed to the persons deficit.
Dysfunctional thoughts are rooted in irrational assumptions.
Dysfunctional thinking and learned patterns of maladaptive behavior contribute to
psychological problems.
Individuals can learn more adaptive behaviors which can relieve symptoms and improve quality
of life.
CBT is positive and stresses collaboration and active participation.
1 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
,CBT includes action plans in the form of therapy homework,
What is the goal of CBT? - ANS To help patient observe, evaluate, monitor and adapt the
patient's problematic views and behaviors toward a more hopeful, flexible inclusive and rational
confidence skill set. Cognitive and behavioral skill training that includes the person's goals and
abilities in a respectful, collaborative, structured manner is the hallmark of CBT-based
psychotherapy.
______ is the founder of CBT. - ANS Aaron Beck
What are some diagnosis' that can be treated with CBT? - ANS Depression, Anxiety, Eating
Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, tinnitus, schizophrenia
Severe mental illness and substance abuse. CBT can be used to treat many disorders, it is the
most effective psychotherapy.
__________ are faulty, exaggerated, or irrational thinking patterns that cause individuals to
inaccurately perceive reality, which can lead to negative emotions and psychopathological
states, including depression and anxiety. One of the aims of CBT is to help clients recognize and
address cognitive distortions to improve psychological health. - ANS COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
Name some different kinds of cognitive distortions - ANS all or nothing thinking
overgeneralizing
filtering
mind reading
etc
What are two cognitive techniques in CBT that be used to relieve our patients of cognitive
distortions? - ANS Socratic dialogue-SD can be used to facilitate cognitive reappraisal,
information processing, emotional regulation, and support treatment processes.
2 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, Decatastrophizing is a cognitive restructuring technique used to explore fears and help
challenge catastrophic thinking. Decatastrophizing involves examining the outcome the client
considers to be the "worst possible" and developing a plan of action to address that outcome to
decrease anxiety.
What is the hallmark cognitive technique of CBT therapy? and explain it. - ANS Socratic
dialogue. It is when the therapist or PMHNP asks questions that will help lead the patient to
express and work through cognitive distortions that they may feel or have convinced
themselves. Its also known as a mutual discovery. The questions are outlined based on such:
memory, translation, interpretation, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
Example: I waved at my friend from afar. They didn't wave back-they dont like me.
What made you come to that assumption?
Why do you think that is the conclusion you settled on?
It is more important to allow the patient to answer their own question vs. answering for them.
What are some behavioral techniques used in CBT? - ANS Assertiveness training:
Behavioral rehearsal: example the exchange btwn Mickey and I with my therapist.
Contingency Management: a paycheck after a job is complete.
3 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
