ASWB Complete Practice Exam (Latest
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Questions & Answers
A social worker receives a subpoena from the courts in the mail for a former client's
records. In this situation, a social worker should:
A. Immediately send in the original records to the courts
B. Prepare a summary of the records to send in immediately
C. Claim privilege to protect the confidentiality of the client
D. Ignore the subpoena because it relates to a former client and is not relevant -
Correct answer C
A subpoena is not a court order and no documents should be sent unless ordered by
the court. However, a social worker does have to respond and should not send in the
records when receiving a subpoena unless the client has provided a written release.
In the DSM-5, when a social worker provides a reason why a condition does not
qualify for a disorder, it should be noted as:
A. Not otherwise specified
B. Other specified
,C. Unspecified
D. Not specified elsewhere - Correct answer B
In the DSM-5, "Not Otherwise Specified" (NOS) categories for disorders that do not fit
under specific disorder categories are replaced. "Other Specified" (i.e., "Other Specified
Depressive Disorder") categories are used when a social worker provides the reason
why the condition does not qualify for a specific diagnosis (i.e., short duration).
"Unspecified" is used when no additional explanation is provided as to why the
disorder does not meet the usual criteria.
A client abruptly stops coming to therapy after the sixth session. She shows up at the
office several weeks later demanding a copy of her records. The social worker does
not believe that the information in the record could cause harm to the client, but denies
access because the client did not provide any reason for the abrupt termination or
reason for wanting the copies. The actions by the social worker are:
A. Unethical because the client should have access to his or her record under these
circumstances
B. Ethical because the reason for the release must be disclosed to the social worker
C. Ethical because the client terminated without notice
,D. Unethical because the client is always able to access his or her record under any
circumstances - Correct answer A
A social worker who is concerned that client access to his or her records could cause
serious harm to the client can limit access to the record or portion of the record when
the rationale for the request is documented in the file. This case vignette clearly states
that the social worker is not concerned that releasing the record to the client would be
harmful, so it must be released and to not do so is unethical.
A client was referred to a mental health agency for treatment. Upon admission, he
reported feeling lethargic and hopeless and had difficulty getting out of bed. Several
weeks later, he states that he is sleepless, agitated, and unable to focus. Which of the
following medications is the client MOST likely going to be prescribed?
A. Ativan (lorazepam)
B. Nardil (phenelzine)
C. Lithium (lithium carbonate)
D. Buspar (buspirone) - Correct answer C
Ativan and Buspar are antianxiety medications and Nardil is an antidepressant. Lithium
is a mood stabilizer, and this client appears to be experiencing depression upon
, admission, as well as mania later in treatment. A mood stabilizer is used for the
treatment of Bipolar Disorder.
When clients are at high risk for relapse after discharge, all of the following should
occur after termination EXCEPT:
A. Regular assessments to determine whether services are needed
B. Creation of client contracts that reinforce positive behaviors
C. Utilization of natural supports and peer support services
D. Follow-up to see whether discharge plans are being implemented - Correct answer
B
Clients who are at high risk for developing problems after services have ended should
receive regular assessments to see if additional services are needed and/or discharge
plans are being implemented. Natural supports and peer supports, such as 12-step
programs, are good resources to assist with sustaining progress made. The creation of
a contract is not done after termination because it indicates the presence of an
intervention in a therapeutic relationship. It is incorrect given the order of the
problem-solving process.
Update ) 100% Correct
Questions & Answers
A social worker receives a subpoena from the courts in the mail for a former client's
records. In this situation, a social worker should:
A. Immediately send in the original records to the courts
B. Prepare a summary of the records to send in immediately
C. Claim privilege to protect the confidentiality of the client
D. Ignore the subpoena because it relates to a former client and is not relevant -
Correct answer C
A subpoena is not a court order and no documents should be sent unless ordered by
the court. However, a social worker does have to respond and should not send in the
records when receiving a subpoena unless the client has provided a written release.
In the DSM-5, when a social worker provides a reason why a condition does not
qualify for a disorder, it should be noted as:
A. Not otherwise specified
B. Other specified
,C. Unspecified
D. Not specified elsewhere - Correct answer B
In the DSM-5, "Not Otherwise Specified" (NOS) categories for disorders that do not fit
under specific disorder categories are replaced. "Other Specified" (i.e., "Other Specified
Depressive Disorder") categories are used when a social worker provides the reason
why the condition does not qualify for a specific diagnosis (i.e., short duration).
"Unspecified" is used when no additional explanation is provided as to why the
disorder does not meet the usual criteria.
A client abruptly stops coming to therapy after the sixth session. She shows up at the
office several weeks later demanding a copy of her records. The social worker does
not believe that the information in the record could cause harm to the client, but denies
access because the client did not provide any reason for the abrupt termination or
reason for wanting the copies. The actions by the social worker are:
A. Unethical because the client should have access to his or her record under these
circumstances
B. Ethical because the reason for the release must be disclosed to the social worker
C. Ethical because the client terminated without notice
,D. Unethical because the client is always able to access his or her record under any
circumstances - Correct answer A
A social worker who is concerned that client access to his or her records could cause
serious harm to the client can limit access to the record or portion of the record when
the rationale for the request is documented in the file. This case vignette clearly states
that the social worker is not concerned that releasing the record to the client would be
harmful, so it must be released and to not do so is unethical.
A client was referred to a mental health agency for treatment. Upon admission, he
reported feeling lethargic and hopeless and had difficulty getting out of bed. Several
weeks later, he states that he is sleepless, agitated, and unable to focus. Which of the
following medications is the client MOST likely going to be prescribed?
A. Ativan (lorazepam)
B. Nardil (phenelzine)
C. Lithium (lithium carbonate)
D. Buspar (buspirone) - Correct answer C
Ativan and Buspar are antianxiety medications and Nardil is an antidepressant. Lithium
is a mood stabilizer, and this client appears to be experiencing depression upon
, admission, as well as mania later in treatment. A mood stabilizer is used for the
treatment of Bipolar Disorder.
When clients are at high risk for relapse after discharge, all of the following should
occur after termination EXCEPT:
A. Regular assessments to determine whether services are needed
B. Creation of client contracts that reinforce positive behaviors
C. Utilization of natural supports and peer support services
D. Follow-up to see whether discharge plans are being implemented - Correct answer
B
Clients who are at high risk for developing problems after services have ended should
receive regular assessments to see if additional services are needed and/or discharge
plans are being implemented. Natural supports and peer supports, such as 12-step
programs, are good resources to assist with sustaining progress made. The creation of
a contract is not done after termination because it indicates the presence of an
intervention in a therapeutic relationship. It is incorrect given the order of the
problem-solving process.
