LCDC TX Exam (Study materials for the updated 2023/2024 ADC or TX LCDC Exam) with Complete Solutions!

A method of reinforcing therapeutic alliance & spirit of collaboration between the PT & counselor: - ANSWER-setting mutually-established goals A mental status exam includes: - ANSWER-Appearance Speech Thought Process The provision of info concerning alcohol/drug abuse & the available srvcs & resources: - ANSWER-client education When should significant others should be involved in the treatment process? - ANSWER-From the clients first contact with the treatment center The NIDA-financed Drug Abuse reporting Program found that: (having to do with therapeutic communities) - ANSWER-Therapeutic communities do reduce drug use relative to untreated clients or those who are simply detoxified and released. A dually-diagnosed PT, stablized on meds for his psychatric D/O, wants to quit smoking. You should: - ANSWER-Consult with his physician regarding nicotine/medication interaction. A cognitive-based therapy, developed by Ellis, designed to confront a PT's irrational thinking - ANSWER-Rational-Emotive Therapy A "release of information" must include: name, address, DOB & _____? - ANSWER-The purpose of the release of information When a client discloses suicidal thougths, the counselor's first step is to: - ANSWER-Assess the degree of risk When conducting an assessment what is the counselor's primary focus? - ANSWER-Identifying the clients problems and needs, strengths and weaknessess. The BEST indicator if an individual is physically dependent upon alcohol or another drug is: - ANSWER-The presence of withdrawal symptoms. Guilt and ___ are painful emotions that are part of grieving. - ANSWER-Anger Despite vast personality differences, virtually all substance abusers experience: - ANSWER-remorse, self-hatred and shame You are having difficultiy with a client early on in the case. The BEST thing for you to do is: - ANSWER-Seek out supervision with a colleage or supervisor Self report screening instrument consists of 4 Y/N questions. Requires aprox 1 min to complete - ANSWER-CAGE questionnaire Drug Offender Profile Evaluation/Refferal Strategies - ANSWER-D.O.P.E.R.S.