ADC Exam Missed Questions and
Answers
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) - ANSWER-The addiction severity index
has been formally adopted by which organization?
50% - ANSWER-A great deal is communicated nonverbally in the counseling process.
How much communication does nonverbal body language account for, according to
research?
Complying with duty to warn - ANSWER-AP's who find themselves in unavoidable dual
relationships take precautions to prevent client harm, EXCEPT:
By attempting to ignore and avoid discussing the drinking problem. - ANSWER-Culture
can play a significant role in substance abuse. How do Hispanic and Latino populations,
in general, tend to respond to alcohol problems in the family?
SASSI - ANSWER-This instrument is used to screen for substance use in individuals
who are either unwilling or unable to concede to problematic use.
The belief they will not have adverse consequences - ANSWER-Research on the
reasons why youths initiate substance use does not include:
Gases - ANSWER-Inhalants obtained from whipped cream propellant canisters
(whippets) are categorized as:
Heart Failure - ANSWER-Sudden sniffing death is a fatal condition associated with
inhalant use and is caused by what?
50% - ANSWER-What percentage of individuals experiencing seizures from alcohol
withdrawal go on to experience delirium tremens?
Complementary - ANSWER-John's use of yoga and meditation is classified as which
form of treatment?
Values and behaviors - ANSWER-The counselor helps Fran develop discrepancy as
part of motivational enhancement therapy by examining the differences between what?
Synchronous communication response time - ANSWER-An informed consent for e-
therapy does not include:
, Informed consent and releases of information permitting third party observation -
ANSWER-According to the NAADAC code of ethics (2021), before videotaping an e-
therapy session, the AP must obtain:
Refraining from collecting personal identifiers - ANSWER-AP's conducting anonymous
research studies are ethically responsible for protecting the anonymity of participants.
How is this accomplished?
Termination of his certification or licensure - ANSWER-If an ethical complaint submitted
to NAADAC is found to be valid, what course of action may not occur?
Motivational Interviewing - ANSWER-This is an evidence based practice based on the
work of Prochaska and DiClemente's stages of change model.
Clinical or rehabilitation model - ANSWER-What is the case management model that
integrates therapeutic and resource acquisition activities known as?
Suicide rates are highest among those with independent mood disorders - ANSWER-
For counselors working with clients in crisis, differentiating between substance-induced
mood disorders and independent (i.e., singular) mood disorders is critical because:
Annually - ANSWER-Tracking client longitudinally is importantly to measure progress
and document program effectiveness. How often is client data typically reviewed?
Alcohol related deaths - ANSWER-When compared to their male counterparts, females
age 12-21 who drink alcohol have lower instances of what?
A family member - ANSWER-Who carries out a programmed confrontation?
Social climate and program perceptions - ANSWER-Formerly known as the COPES,
the community oriented program environment scale (CPES) measures which of the
following?
Evidence based practices for addiction disorders - ANSWER-AP's do not demonstrate
their scope of practice through...
At the point of initial counselor-client contact - ANSWER-Client assessment, evaluation,
and need for referrals should be ongoing as discovered. When should planning for
aftercare be engaged?
Broaching - ANSWER-Karen practices cultural humility by intentionally discussing
cross-cultural experiences and the similarities and differences in their cultures
throughout a process known as what?
MET incorporates structured assessments and follow up sessions - ANSWER-How is
MET different from MI?
Answers
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) - ANSWER-The addiction severity index
has been formally adopted by which organization?
50% - ANSWER-A great deal is communicated nonverbally in the counseling process.
How much communication does nonverbal body language account for, according to
research?
Complying with duty to warn - ANSWER-AP's who find themselves in unavoidable dual
relationships take precautions to prevent client harm, EXCEPT:
By attempting to ignore and avoid discussing the drinking problem. - ANSWER-Culture
can play a significant role in substance abuse. How do Hispanic and Latino populations,
in general, tend to respond to alcohol problems in the family?
SASSI - ANSWER-This instrument is used to screen for substance use in individuals
who are either unwilling or unable to concede to problematic use.
The belief they will not have adverse consequences - ANSWER-Research on the
reasons why youths initiate substance use does not include:
Gases - ANSWER-Inhalants obtained from whipped cream propellant canisters
(whippets) are categorized as:
Heart Failure - ANSWER-Sudden sniffing death is a fatal condition associated with
inhalant use and is caused by what?
50% - ANSWER-What percentage of individuals experiencing seizures from alcohol
withdrawal go on to experience delirium tremens?
Complementary - ANSWER-John's use of yoga and meditation is classified as which
form of treatment?
Values and behaviors - ANSWER-The counselor helps Fran develop discrepancy as
part of motivational enhancement therapy by examining the differences between what?
Synchronous communication response time - ANSWER-An informed consent for e-
therapy does not include:
, Informed consent and releases of information permitting third party observation -
ANSWER-According to the NAADAC code of ethics (2021), before videotaping an e-
therapy session, the AP must obtain:
Refraining from collecting personal identifiers - ANSWER-AP's conducting anonymous
research studies are ethically responsible for protecting the anonymity of participants.
How is this accomplished?
Termination of his certification or licensure - ANSWER-If an ethical complaint submitted
to NAADAC is found to be valid, what course of action may not occur?
Motivational Interviewing - ANSWER-This is an evidence based practice based on the
work of Prochaska and DiClemente's stages of change model.
Clinical or rehabilitation model - ANSWER-What is the case management model that
integrates therapeutic and resource acquisition activities known as?
Suicide rates are highest among those with independent mood disorders - ANSWER-
For counselors working with clients in crisis, differentiating between substance-induced
mood disorders and independent (i.e., singular) mood disorders is critical because:
Annually - ANSWER-Tracking client longitudinally is importantly to measure progress
and document program effectiveness. How often is client data typically reviewed?
Alcohol related deaths - ANSWER-When compared to their male counterparts, females
age 12-21 who drink alcohol have lower instances of what?
A family member - ANSWER-Who carries out a programmed confrontation?
Social climate and program perceptions - ANSWER-Formerly known as the COPES,
the community oriented program environment scale (CPES) measures which of the
following?
Evidence based practices for addiction disorders - ANSWER-AP's do not demonstrate
their scope of practice through...
At the point of initial counselor-client contact - ANSWER-Client assessment, evaluation,
and need for referrals should be ongoing as discovered. When should planning for
aftercare be engaged?
Broaching - ANSWER-Karen practices cultural humility by intentionally discussing
cross-cultural experiences and the similarities and differences in their cultures
throughout a process known as what?
MET incorporates structured assessments and follow up sessions - ANSWER-How is
MET different from MI?
