RHS 303 UPDATED Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Which of the following is NOT considered a practical consideration when forming a therapeutic
group? - CORRECT ANSWER - How absenteeism will be dealt with
__________ is a standard practice for members of short-term therapy groups. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Pre- group orientation
Juan has informed his interagency colleagues that his proposal for a PTSD group has been
authorized, and he is seeking clients. His colleagues may: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Publicize, recruit and screen potential members
Potential additional weight, when screening group prospects, must be given to those who are
deemed "difficult" as they: - CORRECT ANSWER - Might be the ones who need the
group the most
When a group prospect is coming from individual therapy, is a release form necessary for
consultation with the individual therapist? - CORRECT ANSWER - Yes, without
exception
Which of the following is of paramount concern when screening and selecting potential group
members? - CORRECT ANSWER - To prevent harm to clients by participating in the
group
Group therapy is NOT recommended (contra-indicated) for all the following EXCEPT: -
CORRECT ANSWER - Those with a history of violent tendencies
Candice has decided NOT to accept Roger into her group. After breaking the news, which of the
following is considered the most ethically appropriate and most inclusive response? - CORRECT
ANSWER - "Roger, other groups will come along, and we'll keep you in mind. However, I
see the frustration you are feeling. Would you like to talk about those feelings?"
, A thorough __________ sets the stage for later development of leader-member and member-
member therapeutic relationships. - CORRECT ANSWER - orientation
Which of the following is NOT one of the five general guideline areas for forming a proposal of
a group? - CORRECT ANSWER - summarization
__________ are characterized by changing membership. As certain members leave, new
members are admitted, and the group continues. - CORRECT ANSWER - open groups
__________ typically have some time limitation, with the group meeting for a predetermined
number of sessions. - CORRECT ANSWER - closed groups
When forming a proposal for a group, which of the five general guideline areas would you ask
yourself the question: Is the physical location of the group easily accessible to all members? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Practical considerations
Preparing members for a group experience is a key aspect of __________. - CORRECT
ANSWER - informed consent
At the initial session, or at the pre-group meeting, the leader explores all of the following
EXCEPT: - CORRECT ANSWER - does not answer the members questions
Two crucial tasks inherent in the initial stage of group therapy are orientation and
______________. - CORRECT ANSWER - exploration
Ambiguity and lack of a structured approach in groups often lead to: - CORRECT
ANSWER - anxiety
In certain circumstances, there is hesitancy among members of certain racial and ethnic groups to
discuss personal matters with members of groups perceived to be more dominant. A term that
CORRECT Answers
Which of the following is NOT considered a practical consideration when forming a therapeutic
group? - CORRECT ANSWER - How absenteeism will be dealt with
__________ is a standard practice for members of short-term therapy groups. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Pre- group orientation
Juan has informed his interagency colleagues that his proposal for a PTSD group has been
authorized, and he is seeking clients. His colleagues may: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Publicize, recruit and screen potential members
Potential additional weight, when screening group prospects, must be given to those who are
deemed "difficult" as they: - CORRECT ANSWER - Might be the ones who need the
group the most
When a group prospect is coming from individual therapy, is a release form necessary for
consultation with the individual therapist? - CORRECT ANSWER - Yes, without
exception
Which of the following is of paramount concern when screening and selecting potential group
members? - CORRECT ANSWER - To prevent harm to clients by participating in the
group
Group therapy is NOT recommended (contra-indicated) for all the following EXCEPT: -
CORRECT ANSWER - Those with a history of violent tendencies
Candice has decided NOT to accept Roger into her group. After breaking the news, which of the
following is considered the most ethically appropriate and most inclusive response? - CORRECT
ANSWER - "Roger, other groups will come along, and we'll keep you in mind. However, I
see the frustration you are feeling. Would you like to talk about those feelings?"
, A thorough __________ sets the stage for later development of leader-member and member-
member therapeutic relationships. - CORRECT ANSWER - orientation
Which of the following is NOT one of the five general guideline areas for forming a proposal of
a group? - CORRECT ANSWER - summarization
__________ are characterized by changing membership. As certain members leave, new
members are admitted, and the group continues. - CORRECT ANSWER - open groups
__________ typically have some time limitation, with the group meeting for a predetermined
number of sessions. - CORRECT ANSWER - closed groups
When forming a proposal for a group, which of the five general guideline areas would you ask
yourself the question: Is the physical location of the group easily accessible to all members? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Practical considerations
Preparing members for a group experience is a key aspect of __________. - CORRECT
ANSWER - informed consent
At the initial session, or at the pre-group meeting, the leader explores all of the following
EXCEPT: - CORRECT ANSWER - does not answer the members questions
Two crucial tasks inherent in the initial stage of group therapy are orientation and
______________. - CORRECT ANSWER - exploration
Ambiguity and lack of a structured approach in groups often lead to: - CORRECT
ANSWER - anxiety
In certain circumstances, there is hesitancy among members of certain racial and ethnic groups to
discuss personal matters with members of groups perceived to be more dominant. A term that
