LCDC Quiz 1 Study Manual Questions
With Verified Answers
#1. Which of the following is the BEST definition of insight?
a) a problem- solving strategy involving the elimination of unworkable solutions.
b) a sudden understanding of self, or realization of how a problem can be solved.
c) a Freudian defense mechanism that is used unconsciously but not maliciously
d) a confrontation technique used in conjunction with Gestalt therapy - B) A sudden
understanding of self, or realization of how a problem can be
solved
#2. MAT refers to:
a. a common screening tool for alcoholism.
b. a lengthy personality inventory used to identify gross psychopathology.
c. the use of medications such as suboxone in the treatment of addiction.
d. a nonmedical detox protocol. - c. the use of medications such as suboxone in the
treatment of addiction.
MAT = Medication Assisted Treatment
#3. Aisha has completed her treatment at an in-patient facility and is ready to be
discharged. She has asked her counselor to recommend a therapist to work with her
and her husband on an out-patient basis. This process is BEST
viewed as an example of:
a. a referral.
b. a consultation.
c. case management.
d. an aftercare plan. - a. a referral.
#4. Which type of therapy is most directive, offering the greatest potential for abuse
of power by the counselor?
a. Adlerian
b. Rational-emotive
c. Gestalt
d. Person-centered - c. Gestalt
#5. The primary purpose of professional credentialing for counselors is to:
, a. advance the field by ensuring that counselors are recognized as dignified
professionals.
b. ensure that counselors share and understand the accepted philosophies
of practice.
c. protect public safety by ensuring that counselors meet minimum standards
of competency.
d. ensure that counselors receiving third-party payments have professional
credentials. - c. protect public safety by ensuring that counselors meet minimum
standards
of competency.
#6. Which of the following is NOT a CNS depressant?
a Alcohol
b. Xanax
c. Nembutal
d. Benzedrine - d. Benzedrine
Nembutal (pentobarbital) used for seizures and to fall asleep during surgery.
Benzedrine - mixture of amphetamine. called "bennies" inhalers used to enlarge
nasal and bronchial passages until it was discontinued and replaced with weaker
psychoactive properties (ephedrine...)
#7. The concept of informed consent requires that before agreeing to accept
treatment, clients should know their rights and obligations, therapeutic goals,
fees for services and ___________
a. availability of referral services
b. community resources to be used
c. with whom they will be participating in group activities
d. the limits of their confidentiality - d. the limits of their confidentiality
#8. Attitudes, policies, and practices that are destructive cultures and their members
are examples of lack of cultural _______.
a. blindness
b. competence
c. destructiveness
d. incapacity - b. competence
#9. Restlessness, nervousness, flushed face, muscle twitching, tachycardia or cardiac
arrhythmia are all signs or symptoms of:
a. caffeine intoxication.
b. cocaine intoxication.
With Verified Answers
#1. Which of the following is the BEST definition of insight?
a) a problem- solving strategy involving the elimination of unworkable solutions.
b) a sudden understanding of self, or realization of how a problem can be solved.
c) a Freudian defense mechanism that is used unconsciously but not maliciously
d) a confrontation technique used in conjunction with Gestalt therapy - B) A sudden
understanding of self, or realization of how a problem can be
solved
#2. MAT refers to:
a. a common screening tool for alcoholism.
b. a lengthy personality inventory used to identify gross psychopathology.
c. the use of medications such as suboxone in the treatment of addiction.
d. a nonmedical detox protocol. - c. the use of medications such as suboxone in the
treatment of addiction.
MAT = Medication Assisted Treatment
#3. Aisha has completed her treatment at an in-patient facility and is ready to be
discharged. She has asked her counselor to recommend a therapist to work with her
and her husband on an out-patient basis. This process is BEST
viewed as an example of:
a. a referral.
b. a consultation.
c. case management.
d. an aftercare plan. - a. a referral.
#4. Which type of therapy is most directive, offering the greatest potential for abuse
of power by the counselor?
a. Adlerian
b. Rational-emotive
c. Gestalt
d. Person-centered - c. Gestalt
#5. The primary purpose of professional credentialing for counselors is to:
, a. advance the field by ensuring that counselors are recognized as dignified
professionals.
b. ensure that counselors share and understand the accepted philosophies
of practice.
c. protect public safety by ensuring that counselors meet minimum standards
of competency.
d. ensure that counselors receiving third-party payments have professional
credentials. - c. protect public safety by ensuring that counselors meet minimum
standards
of competency.
#6. Which of the following is NOT a CNS depressant?
a Alcohol
b. Xanax
c. Nembutal
d. Benzedrine - d. Benzedrine
Nembutal (pentobarbital) used for seizures and to fall asleep during surgery.
Benzedrine - mixture of amphetamine. called "bennies" inhalers used to enlarge
nasal and bronchial passages until it was discontinued and replaced with weaker
psychoactive properties (ephedrine...)
#7. The concept of informed consent requires that before agreeing to accept
treatment, clients should know their rights and obligations, therapeutic goals,
fees for services and ___________
a. availability of referral services
b. community resources to be used
c. with whom they will be participating in group activities
d. the limits of their confidentiality - d. the limits of their confidentiality
#8. Attitudes, policies, and practices that are destructive cultures and their members
are examples of lack of cultural _______.
a. blindness
b. competence
c. destructiveness
d. incapacity - b. competence
#9. Restlessness, nervousness, flushed face, muscle twitching, tachycardia or cardiac
arrhythmia are all signs or symptoms of:
a. caffeine intoxication.
b. cocaine intoxication.
