CANS Study Guide Correct Questions & Answers

Family Strengths: Carmen's parental rights have been terminated; she has no other known family members. - ANSWERS3 Interpersonal Skills: 4-year-old Mindy is very shy. It takes a lot of prompting for her to play with others. When prompted, she will attempt to play with the other children. - ANSWERS2 Optimism: 17-year-old Dante plans to go to medical school. He knows if he studies hard in his classes he can do it. - ANSWERS0 Educational Setting: 15-year-old Trumaine has recently returned home from a residential placement. No school has been identified for him at this time. - ANSWERS3 Vocational: Jamie is really good at fixing things. He does not want to fix things for a living, however, he wants to be a writer. - ANSWERS1 Talents/Interests: Sarah won the most valuable player award of her swim team and is team captain. - ANSWERS0 Spiritual/Religious: 17-year-old Tracy sings in the church choir and participates in many youth activities. She states that her beliefs give her comfort and that she prays when distressed. - ANSWERS0 Community Involvement: This past year, Jill became involved in community center activities including joining a soccer team. - ANSWERS1 Natural Supports: Natalie has neighbors who have helped her get a summer job for a few years. - ANSWERS1 Relationship Permanence: 12-year-old Natasha is living in her third