Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an example of comments that focus on strengths and positive factors?

Accepted Answer

A)  It seems like you put in a lot of effort to make this project a success. 
B)  It sounds like you were respectful yet assertive with your boss, even though I know that this is difficult for you. 
C)  It sounds like you have been having difficulty falling and staying asleep. 
D)  It takes a lot of courage for you to admit that you have a drinking problem and come in for help.

Question 2

List 3 things you could do as a practitioner to express and demonstrate respect.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Shelley is a 19-year-old college student who was hospitalized after a suicide attempt. You were asked to see her as part of the inpatient course of treatment. What are three things you could ask her to increase her sense of empowerment

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

One way to seek clarification is to explore the basis of conclusions drawn by the client. Which of the following is NOT an example of this method of seeking clarification?

Accepted Answer

A)  What are you experiencing when you break eye contact and look down at the floor? 
B)  What happened recently that led you to feel overwhelmed? 
C)  Would you tell me how you know that she doesn't love you anymore? 
D)  What has he done to show you that he is no longer your friend?

Question 5

You would like to explore strengths and positive factors with one of your adolescent clients. Which of the following is NOT an appropriate question to ask?

Accepted Answer

A)  What is one thing you wish you could change about yourself? 
B)  What are you good at? 
C)  What does your family do that is fun? 
D)  If someone had a problem similar to yours, what would you suggest that person do?

Question 6

Seeking clarification encourages clients to

Accepted Answer

A)  shut down and break the relationship with the practitioner. 
B)  talk about experiences in a more general manner. 
C)  explain their experience in depth or with more specific details. 
D)  terminate the relationship.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the areas explored by practitioners when seeking clarification?

Accepted Answer

A)  Exploring the meaning of words 
B)  Exploring the basis of conclusions 
C)  Exploring the practitioner's reaction to the client's words. 
D)  Exploring the meaning of body language

Question 8

In the case with Hideko, how did the practitioner express understanding?

Accepted Answer

A)  She reflected feelings and summarized. 
B)  She told Hideko how to solve her problem. 
C)  She listened and allowed silence. 
D)  She provided interpretations of Hideko's situation.

Question 9

As a practitioner, it is important to do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  listen for gaps in the information. 
B)  notice points and words that are not clear. 
C)  give advice for the client to follow. 
D)  ask about how conclusions are reached.

Question 10

Using questioning to expand and clarify is particularly important with families and groups because

Accepted Answer

A)  family and group members never listen to each other. 
B)  it encourages interaction among members as they expand on their thoughts/feelings. 
C)  family members do not communicate with each other unless in the presence of an unbiased observer. 
D)  it encourages family or group members to individualize and develop in a healthy manner separate from their family or group.

Exam 10: Developing a Deeper Understanding