NURS 661 - Exam 2 Q&A(100%)Correct
BLOCKING - correct answers:(Being able to intervene effectively, without attacking anyone, when
members engage in counterproductive behaviors). Intervening to stop counter productive group
behavior
EMPATHIZING - correct answers:(Intuitively sensing the subjective world of others in a group, being able
to adopt the frame of reference of others, and communicating this understanding to clients so they feel
understood). The aim is to foster trust in the therapeutic relationship; to communicate understanding; to
encourage deeper levels of self-exploration.
EVALUATING - correct answers:(Appraising the ongoing group process and the individual and group
dynamics). The aim is to promote better self-awareness and understanding of group movement and
direction
FACILITATING - correct answers:(Helping members clarify their own goals and take steps to reach them).
Opening up clear and direct communication within the group; helping members assume increasing
responsibility for the group's direction
GIVING FEEDBACK - correct answers:(Providing information to members in such a way that they can use
it to make constructive behavior changes). Expression of concrete and honest reactions based on
observation of members' behaviors
GOAL SETTING - correct answers:(Being able to work cooperatively with members so that there is an
alignment between members goals and leader goals, being able to assist members in establishing
concrete goals). Planning specific goals for the group process and helping participants define concrete
and meaningful goals
INITIATING - correct answers:(Demonstrating an active stance in intervening in a group at appropriate
times). Promoting participation and introducing new directions in the group
REFLECTING FEELINGS - correct answers:(Mirroring what others appear to be feeling without being
mechanical). Communicating understanding of the content of feelings; letting members know that they
are being heard and understood beyond the level of words
, SUGGESTING - correct answers:(Offering information or possibilities for action that can be used by
members in making independent decisions). Offering advice and information, direction, and ideas for
new behavior
RISK and Benefits of Group Work? - correct answers:RISKS: Emotional de-compensation, personal
conflicts, Confidential violation, culture conflicts. Benefits = Development of problem solving skills,
learning of others experiences, self-confidence, feeling connected, need to be ethical and let them know
that the groups are here to help and make things better, a sense of family
Informed consent p. 45 - correct answers:A process that begins with presenting basic information about
group treatment and members to enable them to make better decision on whether or not to enter and
how to participate in groups. Establishes trust and allows to clarify rules and keeps confidentiality.
ENCOUNTER GROUPS - correct answers:Occurs when individuals connect with one another in a
meaningful and authentic way. The encounter occurs in the context of the here-and-now, regardless of
whether the enactment relates to a past event or to an anticipated future event. It involves great degree
of both directness of communication and self-disclosure. There is great power in encountering. It is more
effective than merely reporting an incident. (Corey p. 193). Psychodrama
GROUP COUNSELING vs. GROUP THERAPY - correct answers:GOALS!
GROUP THERAPY - correct answers:Deals with specific goals of remediation, treatment or personality
reconstruction; its more targeted/focused
GROUP COUNSELING - correct answers:Focus on growth, development enhancement, prevention,
enhancement, and releasing blocks (emphasis is on discovering internal resources of strength.)
Counseling can be more vague.
Psychotherapy Groups - correct answers:addressing past experiences and how they relate to the present
Self-Exploration Groups - correct answers:Thoughts, feelings, motivations and behaviors and asking the
big WHY's? For example, why is there this area of struggle?
BLOCKING - correct answers:(Being able to intervene effectively, without attacking anyone, when
members engage in counterproductive behaviors). Intervening to stop counter productive group
behavior
EMPATHIZING - correct answers:(Intuitively sensing the subjective world of others in a group, being able
to adopt the frame of reference of others, and communicating this understanding to clients so they feel
understood). The aim is to foster trust in the therapeutic relationship; to communicate understanding; to
encourage deeper levels of self-exploration.
EVALUATING - correct answers:(Appraising the ongoing group process and the individual and group
dynamics). The aim is to promote better self-awareness and understanding of group movement and
direction
FACILITATING - correct answers:(Helping members clarify their own goals and take steps to reach them).
Opening up clear and direct communication within the group; helping members assume increasing
responsibility for the group's direction
GIVING FEEDBACK - correct answers:(Providing information to members in such a way that they can use
it to make constructive behavior changes). Expression of concrete and honest reactions based on
observation of members' behaviors
GOAL SETTING - correct answers:(Being able to work cooperatively with members so that there is an
alignment between members goals and leader goals, being able to assist members in establishing
concrete goals). Planning specific goals for the group process and helping participants define concrete
and meaningful goals
INITIATING - correct answers:(Demonstrating an active stance in intervening in a group at appropriate
times). Promoting participation and introducing new directions in the group
REFLECTING FEELINGS - correct answers:(Mirroring what others appear to be feeling without being
mechanical). Communicating understanding of the content of feelings; letting members know that they
are being heard and understood beyond the level of words
, SUGGESTING - correct answers:(Offering information or possibilities for action that can be used by
members in making independent decisions). Offering advice and information, direction, and ideas for
new behavior
RISK and Benefits of Group Work? - correct answers:RISKS: Emotional de-compensation, personal
conflicts, Confidential violation, culture conflicts. Benefits = Development of problem solving skills,
learning of others experiences, self-confidence, feeling connected, need to be ethical and let them know
that the groups are here to help and make things better, a sense of family
Informed consent p. 45 - correct answers:A process that begins with presenting basic information about
group treatment and members to enable them to make better decision on whether or not to enter and
how to participate in groups. Establishes trust and allows to clarify rules and keeps confidentiality.
ENCOUNTER GROUPS - correct answers:Occurs when individuals connect with one another in a
meaningful and authentic way. The encounter occurs in the context of the here-and-now, regardless of
whether the enactment relates to a past event or to an anticipated future event. It involves great degree
of both directness of communication and self-disclosure. There is great power in encountering. It is more
effective than merely reporting an incident. (Corey p. 193). Psychodrama
GROUP COUNSELING vs. GROUP THERAPY - correct answers:GOALS!
GROUP THERAPY - correct answers:Deals with specific goals of remediation, treatment or personality
reconstruction; its more targeted/focused
GROUP COUNSELING - correct answers:Focus on growth, development enhancement, prevention,
enhancement, and releasing blocks (emphasis is on discovering internal resources of strength.)
Counseling can be more vague.
Psychotherapy Groups - correct answers:addressing past experiences and how they relate to the present
Self-Exploration Groups - correct answers:Thoughts, feelings, motivations and behaviors and asking the
big WHY's? For example, why is there this area of struggle?
