Chapters 1-8 Exam Questions
and Answers
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The DSM, or Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, is considered the: - Correct Answer: Standard reference
used to diagnose all mental disorders.
Competency-based practice emphasizes: - Correct Answer: The importance of identifying client
competencies.
Interprofessional collaboration refers to when professionals from different disciplines: - Correct Answer:
Work together to formulate a more accurate diagnosis.
Subtypes are subgroups within a particular diagnosis and they are indicated by: - Correct Answer:
Specifiers
Section II of the DSM-5 includes all of the following features except: - Correct Answer: A listing of
assessment measures including self-assessment tools and a cultural formulation for understanding the
cultural context.
Paul's behavior is typified by uncontrollable squeals, odd grunting sounds, and sniffing. His diagnosis is: -
Correct Answer: Tourette's disorder
Children with this disorder may have problems with symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and
impulsivity. This disorder is: - Correct Answer: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, combined
presentation
The essential feature of children with ___________ disorder is impaired skills requiring motor
coordination; for instance, it's hard for a child to use scissors, ride a bike, and/or participate in sports or
team activities in school. - Correct Answer: Developmental coordination disorder
______________ described those who have problems with pronunciation and articulation to the extent
that they interfere with being understood or prevent verbal communication. - Correct Answer: Speech
sound disorder