Question 1

The theoretical perspective adopted by the social worker strongly influences the assessment process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a formal resource?

Accepted Answer

A)   The client's next door neighbor
B)   Caregiver respite
C)   A church group
D)   The client's creativity

Question 3

Which of the following terms best describes the idea that multiple aspects of diversity influence the client's life?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ecological perspective
B)   Person-in-environment approach
C)   Intersectionality
D)   Cultural humility

Question 4

The purpose of goal setting is to:

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A)   Control the amount of time for which treatment is necessary
B)   Clarify the purpose of the work that will take place in the context of the client-social worker relationship
C)   Ensure that the social worker can evaluate the process of progress quantitatively
D)   Make sure the client understands the need to make a predefined amount of progress within a given timeframe

Question 5

Discuss your concerns about working with involuntary clients.

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Question 6

A social worker is ethically obligated to assess a client who is at risk for suicide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which strategy is the most useful for working with a client who presents with angry or hostile behaviors?

Accepted Answer

A)   Crisis negotiation
B)   Apathy
C)   Confrontation
D)   Empathy

Question 8

The SMART format for setting goals establishes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   Attainable and appropriate goals for the client
B)   A clear timeframe for achievement of goals
C)   Loosely defined goals that can be developed as the client-social worker relationship progresses
D)   Goals that are realistic and relevant for the client's situation

Question 9

Diversity and culture significantly impact the process of assessment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Evidence-based care integrates which of the following into the client's plan for care?

Accepted Answer

A)   Research findings
B)   Client preferences
C)   Clinical expertise
D)   All of the statements represent factors that are a part of evidence-based care

Question 11

A social worker and client prepare to carry out at least one intervention. Their work together is demonstrative of which phase of care?

Accepted Answer

A)   Engagement
B)   Assessment
C)   Intervention
D)   Planning

Question 12

All of the following statements about a solution-focused approach are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   This approach to care builds on a strengths-based perspective
B)   This approach to care is about the social worker's power as an agent of change
C)   This approach to care empowers clients to take the initiative to change
D)   This approach to care recognizes the client as a self-expert

Question 13

Which of the following statements best describes the process of assessment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Examining the meaning of client strengths and challenges
B)   Preparing for carrying out an intervention
C)   Ending the client-social worker relationship
D)   All of the above

Question 14

A narrative theory approach

Accepted Answer

A)   Encourages the social worker to invalidate the client's story
B)   Explores only the multiple effects of a problem
C)   Encourages the "re-authoring" of the client's story
D)   Is designed to help the social worker determine if the client's story is interesting

Question 15

A social worker who approaches care from a strengths-based perspective focuses on resources and goals for the future.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Describe a social worker's ethical obligations related to suicide risk assessment. Explain the circumstances in which: (a) a no-suicide contract can be established and (b) hospitalization is recommended to keep the client safe.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Cognitive theory asserts that:

Accepted Answer

A)   Subconscious cognitions produce the understanding needed to produce change
B)   Only clients with at least average intelligence can be assisted by this theory
C)   Our thoughts shape our moods and behaviors
D)   A cognitive exchange between two people is a prerequisite for a sense of belonging

Question 18

In the planning process, a social worker does which of the following tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prioritizes relevant factors
B)   Determines appropriate actions
C)   Examines the meaning of the client situation
D)   Prepares to carry out an intervention

Question 19

A social worker may feel uncomfortable about working with an involuntary client because:

Accepted Answer

A)   The mandating agency may seem restrictive or authoritarian
B)   The client may present as angry or hostile
C)   The social worker is not sure of how to build a relationship with the client
D)   All of the above

Question 20

Contracting is the process whereby the client and social worker reach an agreement about what is to happen, who will do what and when, and what the priorities are.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: Social Work Practice With Individuals: Assessment and Planning

Describe a social worker's ethical obligations related to suicide risk assessment. Explain the circumstances in which: (a) a no-suicide contract can be established and (b) hospitalization is recommended to keep the client safe.

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The SMART format for setting goals establishes all of the following EXCEPT:

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The theoretical perspective adopted by the social worker strongly influences the assessment process.

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Discuss your concerns about working with involuntary clients.

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Evidence-based care integrates which of the following into the client's plan for care?

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Diversity and culture significantly impact the process of assessment.

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Contracting is the process whereby the client and social worker reach an agreement about what is to happen, who will do what and when, and what the priorities are.

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The purpose of goal setting is to:

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All of the following statements about a solution-focused approach are true EXCEPT:

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Which of the following is an example of a formal resource?

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A social worker and client prepare to carry out at least one intervention. Their work together is demonstrative of which phase of care?

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Which of the following statements best describes the process of assessment?

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A social worker who approaches care from a strengths-based perspective focuses on resources and goals for the future.

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Which strategy is the most useful for working with a client who presents with angry or hostile behaviors?

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