ADC 1 Study Guide with Accurate
Solutions
Define Repression - ANSWER-Out-of-conscious mind
Define Projection - ANSWER-To accuse others of one's own motives
Define Displacement - ANSWER-To take one's feelings out on an innocent person
Define Reaction Formation - ANSWER-The opposite of real feelings, displayed in
excess
Define Regression - ANSWER-To go back to safe behavior
How might confidentiality problems arise during consultation? - ANSWER-
Confidentiality problems might arise during a consultation if an appropriate and signed
release of information is not obtained
In psychoanalytic theory, the superego is what? - ANSWER-The conscience
What factors determine eligibility for a particular program? - ANSWER--The potential
patient needs to present a possible substance abuse or dependence.
-The physical condition of the potential patient needs to be appropriate to the level of
care provided in the program.
-Mental or medical illness either is ruled out or can be appropriately treated concurrent
to substance abuse treatment.
-The success or failure of previous treatment efforts determines whether a problem is
now appropriate (a patient presenting for the first time would not be assigned to a
relapse prevention program)
Define Intake? - ANSWER-Intake is defined as the administrative and initial procedures
for admission to a program
List the ASAM levels of care? - ANSWER-0.5: Early intervention
I: Outpatient services
II: Intensive outpatient services
III: Clinical managed residential Services
, Why is it important to obtain a history of substance abuse within the family? - ANSWER-
A verbal history from the family reveals information about family dynamics and impact of
addiction on the family and significant others
Explain why goals should be stated in concrete, behavioral terms? - ANSWER-Goals
must be stated in concrete, behavioral terms so that the patient's progress can be
clearly measured
What is acceptance of diagnosis? - ANSWER-Helpful but not crucial for MI
How does vicarious learning occur in groups? - ANSWER-Vicarious learning occurs in
groups by means of observation, identification with another person's work, and
modeling
All of the following are typical reactions to a crisis except? - ANSWER-Guilt - is not a
typical reaction of crisis
Define patient education? - ANSWER-The provision of information to individuals and
groups concerning alcohol and other drug abuse and the available services and
resources
What are the five questions recommended as part of the therapeutic interview in
solution focused therapy? - ANSWER-Questions that highlight pre-session change;
exception finding questions; miracle questions; scaling questions; coping questions
Good case management ensures that the patient is placed at the appropriate level of
care to avoid unnecessary transfer? - ANSWER-False. Good case management
ensures transfer to the appropriate level of care at the appropriate time
Giving false assurance is acceptable during a crisis because it helps bolster up the
patient? - ANSWER-False. Given false assurance is not appropriate because the
patient may feel the counselor does not understand the situation and lose trust. It also
sets up false expectations
Describe the concept of unbundling? - ANSWER-Unbundling refers to an approach to
treatment that seeks to provide a combination of services to match the patient's needs.
This may involve providing services to a patient that represents two or more levels of
treatment along with the continuum of care
List three professionals you might consult on behalf of a patient? - ANSWER-Other
counselors
Preceptors
Physicians
With whom should ethical concerns on the part of the counselor we discussed with? -
ANSWER-Clinical supervisor or preceptor
Solutions
Define Repression - ANSWER-Out-of-conscious mind
Define Projection - ANSWER-To accuse others of one's own motives
Define Displacement - ANSWER-To take one's feelings out on an innocent person
Define Reaction Formation - ANSWER-The opposite of real feelings, displayed in
excess
Define Regression - ANSWER-To go back to safe behavior
How might confidentiality problems arise during consultation? - ANSWER-
Confidentiality problems might arise during a consultation if an appropriate and signed
release of information is not obtained
In psychoanalytic theory, the superego is what? - ANSWER-The conscience
What factors determine eligibility for a particular program? - ANSWER--The potential
patient needs to present a possible substance abuse or dependence.
-The physical condition of the potential patient needs to be appropriate to the level of
care provided in the program.
-Mental or medical illness either is ruled out or can be appropriately treated concurrent
to substance abuse treatment.
-The success or failure of previous treatment efforts determines whether a problem is
now appropriate (a patient presenting for the first time would not be assigned to a
relapse prevention program)
Define Intake? - ANSWER-Intake is defined as the administrative and initial procedures
for admission to a program
List the ASAM levels of care? - ANSWER-0.5: Early intervention
I: Outpatient services
II: Intensive outpatient services
III: Clinical managed residential Services
, Why is it important to obtain a history of substance abuse within the family? - ANSWER-
A verbal history from the family reveals information about family dynamics and impact of
addiction on the family and significant others
Explain why goals should be stated in concrete, behavioral terms? - ANSWER-Goals
must be stated in concrete, behavioral terms so that the patient's progress can be
clearly measured
What is acceptance of diagnosis? - ANSWER-Helpful but not crucial for MI
How does vicarious learning occur in groups? - ANSWER-Vicarious learning occurs in
groups by means of observation, identification with another person's work, and
modeling
All of the following are typical reactions to a crisis except? - ANSWER-Guilt - is not a
typical reaction of crisis
Define patient education? - ANSWER-The provision of information to individuals and
groups concerning alcohol and other drug abuse and the available services and
resources
What are the five questions recommended as part of the therapeutic interview in
solution focused therapy? - ANSWER-Questions that highlight pre-session change;
exception finding questions; miracle questions; scaling questions; coping questions
Good case management ensures that the patient is placed at the appropriate level of
care to avoid unnecessary transfer? - ANSWER-False. Good case management
ensures transfer to the appropriate level of care at the appropriate time
Giving false assurance is acceptable during a crisis because it helps bolster up the
patient? - ANSWER-False. Given false assurance is not appropriate because the
patient may feel the counselor does not understand the situation and lose trust. It also
sets up false expectations
Describe the concept of unbundling? - ANSWER-Unbundling refers to an approach to
treatment that seeks to provide a combination of services to match the patient's needs.
This may involve providing services to a patient that represents two or more levels of
treatment along with the continuum of care
List three professionals you might consult on behalf of a patient? - ANSWER-Other
counselors
Preceptors
Physicians
With whom should ethical concerns on the part of the counselor we discussed with? -
ANSWER-Clinical supervisor or preceptor
