CADC practice exam 3 questions &
answers 2024/2025
Which of the following is the BEST definition of "relapse"? - ANSWERSA return to a pattern of substance
abuse following treatment
When a drug initiates a physiological response when attaching to a receptor site in the brain, it is BEST
classified as: - ANSWERSAn agonist
A harm-reduction program is designed to: - ANSWERSMinimize the problems associated with addiction
During his treatment, Vic started having painful urination and feared he might have an STD. Vic had not
been to a doctor in at least ten years and did not have a regular doctor to call. The counselor gave him
the name of a local physician who would treat a new patent on short notice. This process is BEST viewed
as an example of: - ANSWERSA referral
A major focus of the principle of anonymity in the AA fellowship is directed specifically at
___________________. - ANSWERSPress, radio and film
Which of the following is not the BEST definition of transference? - ANSWERSUnconscious shifting of
feelings and fantasies from significant others to the therapist.
______________ is the identification and ranking of problems needing resolution. - ANSWERSTreatment
planning
Appropriate documentation in the client's chart included incidents, reports and _______________. -
ANSWERSOngoing information
Which statement about counseling is TRUE? - ANSWERSCounselors must be open to their own struggles
and personal growth.
, When an actively-using, alcohol-dependent client presents with depressive symptoms: -
ANSWERSDepressive symptoms in the majority of cases will be significantly diminished after
detoxification and abstinence.
One method for increasing the effectiveness of counseling for Latino clients is: - ANSWERSTo assume an
active approach with a goal-oriented inquiry.
Methadone is a drug use in: - ANSWERSharm reduction programs, usually in urban environments.
Bertrand qualifies for job re-training because of a disability. His counselor made an appointment with the
state rehabilitation commission to evaluate the type of training that might be beneficial for Bertrand.
The counselor also made arrangements for Bertrand to be transported to the appointment, although he
was still in primary treatment. The counselor's actions are BEST described as: - ANSWERSCase
management
One major problem associated with victimology and recovery is that: - ANSWERSProclaiming
powerlessness runs counter to the empowerment mentality needed to overcome victimhood.
Mike and his client have developed a personal attraction to one another. The BEST course of action for
him is to: - ANSWERSDiscuss his feelings with his clinical supervisor to determine the best course of
action.
What BEST represents the information that should be kept in a client's treatment record? -
ANSWERSInformation about consultations, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and progress.
African Americans generally do not view alcohol as a prerequisite to fun because: - ANSWERSThere are
other culturally acceptable ways to achieve relaxation and sociability.
A client presents with non-healing ulcers, abscesses, brittle fingernails, and bruxism. Abuse of which
classification of drugs is MOST likely? - ANSWERSAmphetamines
Juanita has been seeing a counselor for several weeks and has recently started responding in an
argumentative fashion Last time, she told the counselor "you are just like my father, always on my case!"
This situation best exemplifies: - ANSWERSTransference
answers 2024/2025
Which of the following is the BEST definition of "relapse"? - ANSWERSA return to a pattern of substance
abuse following treatment
When a drug initiates a physiological response when attaching to a receptor site in the brain, it is BEST
classified as: - ANSWERSAn agonist
A harm-reduction program is designed to: - ANSWERSMinimize the problems associated with addiction
During his treatment, Vic started having painful urination and feared he might have an STD. Vic had not
been to a doctor in at least ten years and did not have a regular doctor to call. The counselor gave him
the name of a local physician who would treat a new patent on short notice. This process is BEST viewed
as an example of: - ANSWERSA referral
A major focus of the principle of anonymity in the AA fellowship is directed specifically at
___________________. - ANSWERSPress, radio and film
Which of the following is not the BEST definition of transference? - ANSWERSUnconscious shifting of
feelings and fantasies from significant others to the therapist.
______________ is the identification and ranking of problems needing resolution. - ANSWERSTreatment
planning
Appropriate documentation in the client's chart included incidents, reports and _______________. -
ANSWERSOngoing information
Which statement about counseling is TRUE? - ANSWERSCounselors must be open to their own struggles
and personal growth.
, When an actively-using, alcohol-dependent client presents with depressive symptoms: -
ANSWERSDepressive symptoms in the majority of cases will be significantly diminished after
detoxification and abstinence.
One method for increasing the effectiveness of counseling for Latino clients is: - ANSWERSTo assume an
active approach with a goal-oriented inquiry.
Methadone is a drug use in: - ANSWERSharm reduction programs, usually in urban environments.
Bertrand qualifies for job re-training because of a disability. His counselor made an appointment with the
state rehabilitation commission to evaluate the type of training that might be beneficial for Bertrand.
The counselor also made arrangements for Bertrand to be transported to the appointment, although he
was still in primary treatment. The counselor's actions are BEST described as: - ANSWERSCase
management
One major problem associated with victimology and recovery is that: - ANSWERSProclaiming
powerlessness runs counter to the empowerment mentality needed to overcome victimhood.
Mike and his client have developed a personal attraction to one another. The BEST course of action for
him is to: - ANSWERSDiscuss his feelings with his clinical supervisor to determine the best course of
action.
What BEST represents the information that should be kept in a client's treatment record? -
ANSWERSInformation about consultations, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and progress.
African Americans generally do not view alcohol as a prerequisite to fun because: - ANSWERSThere are
other culturally acceptable ways to achieve relaxation and sociability.
A client presents with non-healing ulcers, abscesses, brittle fingernails, and bruxism. Abuse of which
classification of drugs is MOST likely? - ANSWERSAmphetamines
Juanita has been seeing a counselor for several weeks and has recently started responding in an
argumentative fashion Last time, she told the counselor "you are just like my father, always on my case!"
This situation best exemplifies: - ANSWERSTransference
