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LMSW EXAM (618&628) Questions and
Correct Answers the Latest Update
The DSM-5 is a valuable tool for clinicians with a focus on completing a
diagnostic assessment. From the statements listed, which best describes a
limitation of the DSM and all of its predecessors?
A. The DSM does not suggest treatment.
B. The DSM suggests medications.
C. The DSM suggests intervention strategies.
D. The DSM does not suggest diagnostic criteria.
✓ A. The DSM does not suggest treatment.
Which statement best describes the term multidisciplinary when collaborating
with other disciplines?
A. Professionals from multiple disciplines work together to address common
problems, while also sharing information to address the needs of the client.
B. The team develops the plan of action together with no independent thinking
or boundaries across disciplines.
C. Members of the team always supervise each member's work.
D. Interdependence is stressed rather than networking.
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✓ A. Professionals from multiple disciplines work together to address common
problems, while also sharing information to address the needs of the client.
All of the following statements describe the interdisciplinary team approach
EXCEPT:
A. Each team member is encouraged to contribute, design, and implement the
group goals for the healthcare service to be provided.
B. Interdisciplinary professionals work together throughout the process of
service provision.
C. Interdependence is stressed throughout the referral, assessment, treatment,
and planning process rather than through networking.
D. The professionals work independently and then share the information
gathered in a group setting.
✓ D. The professionals work independently and then share the information gathered in
a group setting.
Different types of teams can be utilized for service delivery. Which of the
following are common examples of the types of teams utilized by mental health
professionals?
A. Multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary only.
B. Multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, or transdisciplinary.
C. Interdisciplinary teams are the only ones utilized by mental health
professionals.
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D. None of the above.
✓ B. Multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, or transdisciplinary
When documenting treatment for reimbursement as a mental health
professional, the term assessment or diagnostic assessment is used in place of
the term diagnosis. Which of the following is a reason to support this belief?
A. Assessment is related to the medical model.
B. A diagnosis is permanent and lifelong, and does not change over time,
whereas a diagnostic assessment does.
C. The diagnostic assessment takes into account more than the diagnosis, as
supporting information is always included.
D. The diagnosis takes into account holistic information related to the support
system, whereas an assessment does not.
✓ C. The diagnostic assessment takes into account more than the diagnosis, as
supporting information is always included.
In the assessment process, it is important for the professional to:
A. Focus on client strengths and highlight the client's own resources for
addressing problems.
B. Be aware of the individual's worldview, as this will shape how the individual
views the situation.
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C. Take into account the amount of information the client is willing to share and
the accuracy of this information, gather an accurate definition of the problem,
and address issues surrounding culture and race.
D. All of the above are important to remember in completing the assessment.
✓ D. All of the above are important to remember in completing the assessment.
Examples of changes in the DSM-5 include:
A. A disorder was added termed Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
(DMDD).
B. Attempts to clarify the boundaries between what constitutes normal human
functioning and what constitutes a mental disorder have been addressed.
C. Both choices A and B are correct.
D. Medications recommendations are made.
✓ C. Both choices A and B are correct
Major premises guided the changes made in the latest version of the DSM. The
following statement BEST explains the major premises used to guide the
revisions in the DSM-5:
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