Question 1

Which of the following is not true of a psychological report?&#10;A)Reason for Referral and Recommendations are headings.&#10;B)The report may be in narrative form.&#10;C)Among sources of information are an interview and test data.&#10;D)Diagnosis from the DSM IV-TR

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

Identifying data, family relationships, and economic situation are topics in a social history in addition to:&#10;A)vocational information.&#10;B)the focus of the agency and the problem.&#10;C)what the client wishes to share.&#10;D)educational information.

Accepted Answer

The focus of the agency and the problem are important aspects of social history as they help to contextualize the client's situation and determine the appropriate interventions. Vocational and educational information may also be relevant, but they are not essential components of a social history. The client's willingness to share information is important, but it does not determine the content of the social history.

Question 3

A medical diagnosis involves:&#10;A)a psychiatric component.&#10;B)an interpretation of medical terms and information.&#10;C)consultant reports.&#10;D)medical history and physical exam.

Accepted Answer

A medical diagnosis involves obtaining a medical history and conducting a physical examination to gather information about a patient’s symptoms and health status. This information is then used to interpret medical terminology and establish a diagnosis. Although consultants may be involved in the diagnostic process, this is not a necessary component of a medical diagnosis. Similarly, psychiatric evaluation may be necessary in certain cases, but it is not always a part of the formal medical diagnosis.

Question 4

Information about problems, past problem-solving behaviors, developmental stages, and interpersonal relationships describe the contents of:&#10;A)educational information.&#10;B)a specialist's report.&#10;C)a psychological evaluation.&#10;D)a social history.

Accepted Answer

A social history typically includes information about the individual's personal and family background, developmental history, problem behaviors, and relationships with others. It is often used in the context of a psychological evaluation to provide a comprehensive understanding of the individual's situation.

Question 5

Part of making a successful referral for a psychological evaluation is:&#10;A)knowing good psychologists.&#10;B)asking questions.&#10;C)preparing the client.&#10;D)screening your clients.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

The types of information needed in a case file depend on:&#10;A)the plan.&#10;B)agency policy.&#10;C)the case and the agency's goals.&#10;D)the helper's observations and evaluations.

Accepted Answer

The types of information needed in a case file will depend on the specific case and the goals of the agency involved in providing assistance. This may include things such as background information on the client, their current situation, any relevant history or relationships, and any observations or evaluations made by the helper. Additionally, agency policies and plans may also influence what types of information are included in the case file. Therefore, C is the best choice as it encompasses all of these factors.

Question 7

The particular educational information the helper obtains depends on the source.

Accepted Answer

The educational information obtained by the helper will vary based on the source they are accessing or referring to.

Question 8

Ambiguities, inconsistencies, and the changes in medical terminology are challenges:&#10;A)that consultants can help with.&#10;B)that require helping professionals to keep current.&#10;C)that often require referrals to other professionals.&#10;D)that require interpretation.

Accepted Answer

Ambiguities, inconsistencies, and changes in medical terminology are common in the healthcare field. Helping professionals must keep up-to-date with the latest terminology and practices to avoid misunderstandings and potential errors in patient care. It is not necessarily the role of consultants or referrals to address these challenges, but rather the responsibility of healthcare professionals themselves to maintain their knowledge and skills. These challenges often require interpretation, but the primary solution is to stay current with best practices and language.

Question 9

Medical evaluations make recommendations that take into account all but one of the following:&#10;A)behavioral capacities&#10;B)emotional capacities&#10;C)intellectual capacities&#10;D)physical capacities

Accepted Answer

The answer of Medical evaluations make recommendations that take into...

Question 10

Which of the following are advantages of a social history?&#10;A)____relationship building&#10;B)____ follows a set form&#10;C)____information is not relevant to a plan&#10;D)____completes a picture of the client&#10;E)____information is helpful for plan development. F .____ it is often solution-focused.

Accepted Answer

A social history can help build a relationship between the client and the practitioner, complete a picture of the client's background and needs, and provide helpful information for developing a plan. It is not always necessary for the information to follow a set form, and it may not always be solution-focused. Some of the information collected may not be directly relevant to the plan, but can still provide valuable context for understanding the client's situation.

Deck 8: Building a Case File