Bremer's Review Fall 2023 Questions
and Answers Graded A+
When is termination in CBT - CORRECT ANSWER Initial phase/1st session
When is Termination in IPT - CORRECT ANSWER Middle phase.
What patient type is IPT for? - CORRECT ANSWER Depression, anxiety, role transition, IP
problems
What phase is termination for EMDR - CORRECT ANSWER Final stage/8th stage: when
trauma is processed
What is SUD in EMDR and what value represents ready for termination? - CORRECT
ANSWER Subject Unit of Disturbance. SUD of 0.
What is VOC in EMDR and what value represents ready for termination? - CORRECT
ANSWER Validity of Cognition. VOC of 7.
When does reasoning and thinking of others begin in kids? - CORRECT ANSWER Age 6
Reasons to terminate therapy: - CORRECT ANSWER Completion; Noncompliance;
Nonpayment; Relocation
Techniques for self-regulation in kids: - CORRECT ANSWER Re-engage; Showing restraint;
Integration of emotion with a memory
What kids to use self-regulation for? - CORRECT ANSWER Aggressive; Socially
withdrawn; Conflict
What Dx's is self-regulation good for? - CORRECT ANSWER ADHD; PTSD; maltreatment;
depression; anxiety
How to support the development of self-regulation in kids? - CORRECT ANSWER Manage
your own stress; Keep end goal in mind; Model self-regulation; Be supportive & encouraging
How to use Strength-based approach in kids? - CORRECT ANSWER Praise for
reinforcement
Why use TF-CBT in kids? - CORRECT ANSWER Trauma; Trauma-focused CBT
S/S of ADHD in kids: - CORRECT ANSWER Inattention; Impulsivity; Hyperactivity (IIH)
What part of the brain is affected in ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Pre-frontal cortex
TX for ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Meds and therapy. A combo is best.
Why use cognitive training in ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Increases working memory
, Maryville NURS 661 Exam 4 Notes from
Bremer's Review Fall 2023 Questions
and Answers Graded A+
What is differentiation? - CORRECT ANSWER Separating emotional & intellectual
functions; Separating self from family
What is fusion? - CORRECT ANSWER Dysfunctional; Blurring self with others; Single
emotional system (over & underfunctioning)
Describe how Multi-gen Transmission Process works - CORRECT ANSWER Passing on
dysfunction patterns; "You're just like your father!"
What is a Triangle family - CORRECT ANSWER Conflict b/t 2 and then they bring in the
3rd
What is Undifferentiated Ego Mass - CORRECT ANSWER They're are stuck together; Can't
function independently
Describe Bowen's Theory; Sibling position concept - CORRECT ANSWER An eldest child
would be compatible to marry a youngest child due to eldest are typically controlling and
youngest are more dependent
What is Family Projection Process? - CORRECT ANSWER Parental undifferentiation is
transmitted to the child; Usually the child targeted is the most emotionally vulnerable and
unprotected, regardless of birth order.
What is Emotional Cutoff? - CORRECT ANSWER Decreasing or cutting contact with a
person to decrease anxiety and conflict
How to promote self-statements? - CORRECT ANSWER Use of "I" to separate self from
family
An example of transforming dysfunctional generational patterns? - CORRECT ANSWER
Therapist: "I notice women in your family marry irresponsible men. Would you like to change
this pattern?"
Purpose of transforming dysfunctional generation patterns? - CORRECT ANSWER
Decreases conflict and anxiety; de-triangulates the family; repairs cutoffs
Define boundaries: - CORRECT ANSWER invisible lines of protection
What is an enmeshed family? - CORRECT ANSWER Blurred boundaries and overly
dependent on one another. Co-dependent.