Question 1

The aim of the goal formulation phase is:

Accepted Answer

A) To create specific goals for each of the client's concerns. 
B) To redefine the problem defined in the problem definition phase in terms of an alternative, realistic situation. 
C) To define the client's long term, short term, and intermediary goals. 
D) To define a specific, realistic, achievable life goal for the client. 
A) To create specific goals for each of the client's concerns. 
B) To redefine the problem defined in the problem definition phase in terms of an alternative, realistic situation. 
C) To define the client's long term, short term, and intermediary goals. 
D) To define a specific, realistic, achievable life goal for the client. B

Question 2

Termination plans should be in the interviewer's thinking from early in the helping process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

To be effective in structuring the interviewer needs to know the relationship and action objectives of the interviewing process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

The two objectives of the problem prioritization phase are:

Accepted Answer

A) To determine the need for further involvement, and to assess client willingness to work on developing solutions. 
B) To assess client willingness to work on developing solutions, and to confront the client on any lack of willingness. 
C) To determine the need for further involvement, and to determine the order in which to consider the client's problems. 
D) To offer a prioritization of the client's problems in order of importance, then to obtain feedback from the client on the interviewer's assessment of priority. 
A) To determine the need for further involvement, and to assess client willingness to work on developing solutions. 
B) To assess client willingness to work on developing solutions, and to confront the client on any lack of willingness. 
C) To determine the need for further involvement, and to determine the order in which to consider the client's problems. 
D) To offer a prioritization of the client's problems in order of importance, then to obtain feedback from the client on the interviewer's assessment of priority.

Question 5

The objective(s)of the preparation for action phase is/are:

Accepted Answer

A) To teach the client relaxation exercises that will help him/her perform better in situations requiring action. 
B) To first assess the advantages and disadvantages of the various goals identified, then choose one for which to formulate an action plan. 
C) To coach the client through the sequence of steps formulated in the action plan. 
D) To generate a number of plans that are relevant to the client's goal, to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each plan, and to select and optimal plan. 
A) To teach the client relaxation exercises that will help him/her perform better in situations requiring action. 
B) To first assess the advantages and disadvantages of the various goals identified, then choose one for which to formulate an action plan. 
C) To coach the client through the sequence of steps formulated in the action plan. 
D) To generate a number of plans that are relevant to the client's goal, to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each plan, and to select and optimal plan.

Question 6

The use of metaphors and imagery is frequently distracting to Native North Americans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In the first phase, called exploration, both the interviewer and client are often tense; therefore, it is important:

Accepted Answer

A) For the interviewer to be aware of this and to structure the opening of the interview to relax the client. 
B) For the interviewer not to show that he/she is tense, or client trust will be compromised. 
C) To talk about the tension at sufficient length until it has dissipated for both; then the "interview proper" can begin. 
D) For the interviewer to talk slowly and take deep breaths in order to calm him/herself. 
A) For the interviewer to be aware of this and to structure the opening of the interview to relax the client. 
B) For the interviewer not to show that he/she is tense, or client trust will be compromised. 
C) To talk about the tension at sufficient length until it has dissipated for both; then the "interview proper" can begin. 
D) For the interviewer to talk slowly and take deep breaths in order to calm him/herself.

Question 8

In the exploration stage, the working relationship needs to receive extensive attention.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Humor is less appropriate in the Native North American culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A concrete definition includes a specific problem behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

If a client rejects all interviewer suggested referrals, it is acceptable for the interviewer to terminate the relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

An accurate and concrete definition needs to be established for each problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Structuring is most important at the action stage of the interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When using effective structuring, it is important to:

Accepted Answer

A) Choose a form of structure and adhere to it. 
B) Let the client determine the structuring process. 
C) Remain flexible and open to changes in the order and length of phases. 
D) Never repeat phases previously completed, as this will confuse the client. 
A) Choose a form of structure and adhere to it. 
B) Let the client determine the structuring process. 
C) Remain flexible and open to changes in the order and length of phases. 
D) Never repeat phases previously completed, as this will confuse the client.

Question 15

Clients may not cooperate during the action phase because they are conflicted about really

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

If a client has several problems, it is best to start with a problem that is a moderately challenging.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The objective(s)of the exploration phase is/are:

Accepted Answer

A) Gain an overview of the client's problem(s) 
B) Gain an overview of the client's problem(s)and facilitate the emergence of any further problems 
C) Explore the dynamics and causes underlying identified problems 
D) Gain an overview of the client's problems and identify the most important one on which to focus 
A) Gain an overview of the client's problem(s) 
B) Gain an overview of the client's problem(s)and facilitate the emergence of any further problems 
C) Explore the dynamics and causes underlying identified problems 
D) Gain an overview of the client's problems and identify the most important one on which to focus

Question 18

When structuring with clients from some cultures:

Accepted Answer

A) It is important that the interviewer take a more backseat, nondirective role so as not to offend the client. 
B) It is important to educate clients on the process of goal setting within a Western framework of values. 
C) It is important that the interviewer be pragmatic, address immediate concerns, and take a more active role in the structuring process. 
D) It is important to know whether clients from a particular culture learn better from success or failure. 
A) It is important that the interviewer take a more backseat, nondirective role so as not to offend the client. 
B) It is important to educate clients on the process of goal setting within a Western framework of values. 
C) It is important that the interviewer be pragmatic, address immediate concerns, and take a more active role in the structuring process. 
D) It is important to know whether clients from a particular culture learn better from success or failure.

Question 19

Relationship and Action objectives exist for each component of the interviewing process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Evaluation of implementation of an action plan should always be conducted.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The aim of the goal formulation phase is:

Termination plans should be in the interviewer's thinking from early in the helping process.

To be effective in structuring the interviewer needs to know the relationship and action objectives of the interviewing process.

The two objectives of the problem prioritization phase are:

The objective(s)of the preparation for action phase is/are:

The use of metaphors and imagery is frequently distracting to Native North Americans.

In the first phase, called exploration, both the interviewer and client are often tense; therefore, it is important:

In the exploration stage, the working relationship needs to receive extensive attention.

Humor is less appropriate in the Native North American culture.

A concrete definition includes a specific problem behavior.

If a client rejects all interviewer suggested referrals, it is acceptable for the interviewer to terminate the relationship.

An accurate and concrete definition needs to be established for each problem.

Structuring is most important at the action stage of the interview.

When using effective structuring, it is important to:

Clients may not cooperate during the action phase because they are conflicted about really

If a client has several problems, it is best to start with a problem that is a moderately challenging.

The objective(s)of the exploration phase is/are:

When structuring with clients from some cultures:

Relationship and Action objectives exist for each component of the interviewing process.

Evaluation of implementation of an action plan should always be conducted.

Programming a Foundation for Learning

Attending Behavior

Questioning

Reflecting Content

Reflecting Feeling

Integrating Your Listening and Exploration Skills

Confronting

Communicating Feeling and Immediacy

Self-Disclosure

Interpreting

Information Giving

Enlisting Cooperation

Filters

Exam 12: Structuring for Exploration, Clarification, and Action

The aim of the goal formulation phase is:

Termination plans should be in the interviewer's thinking from early in the helping process.

To be effective in structuring the interviewer needs to know the relationship and action objectives of the interviewing process.

The two objectives of the problem prioritization phase are:

The objective(s)of the preparation for action phase is/are:

The use of metaphors and imagery is frequently distracting to Native North Americans.

In the first phase, called exploration, both the interviewer and client are often tense; therefore, it is important:

In the exploration stage, the working relationship needs to receive extensive attention.

Humor is less appropriate in the Native North American culture.

A concrete definition includes a specific problem behavior.

If a client rejects all interviewer suggested referrals, it is acceptable for the interviewer to terminate the relationship.

An accurate and concrete definition needs to be established for each problem.

Structuring is most important at the action stage of the interview.

When using effective structuring, it is important to:

Clients may not cooperate during the action phase because they are conflicted about really

If a client has several problems, it is best to start with a problem that is a moderately challenging.

The objective(s)of the exploration phase is/are:

When structuring with clients from some cultures:

Relationship and Action objectives exist for each component of the interviewing process.

Evaluation of implementation of an action plan should always be conducted.

Programming a Foundation for Learning

Attending Behavior

Questioning

Reflecting Content

Reflecting Feeling

Integrating Your Listening and Exploration Skills

Confronting

Communicating Feeling and Immediacy

Self-Disclosure

Interpreting

Information Giving

Enlisting Cooperation

Filters