NC CADC EXAM PRE-TEST Questions 175 question pre-exam with correct answers

31) While the overall national suicide rate has increased slightly but consistently in recent years, disproportionate increases have occurred among: A. Females and the elderly. B. Females and the young. C. Males and the elderly. D. Males and the young. Answer B. Females and the young. 11) Comprehensive client documentation: A. Is best achieved when done independently from direct client care. B. Facilitates communication and enhances accountability. C. Is used primarily by the primary counselor. D. Is a standardized process. Answer B. Facilitates communication and enhances accountability. 14) If a client appears to be in denial due to discrepancies stated during an intake interview, which of the following statements by the counselor would be MOST appropriate? A. "I'm not sure I understand. Let me check this out" B. "First you tell me one thing, then another. Which is really the truth?" C. "There's a lot of confusion in your story" D. "Addiction fosters denial" Answer A. "I'm not sure I understand. Let me check this out" 17) Pointing out parallels between a client's interpersonal relationships and the client/counselor interaction serves to focus awareness on: A. The "here and now." B. The client's weaknesses in communication.