LMSW PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

1. According to Beck, a depressed person does not see the positive aspects of his/her situation because of: a. Precipitating factors b. Lack of support c. A dysfunctional schema d. Lack of adaptive coping strategies - Answer- c. A dysfunctional schema 2. It is necessary to obtain informed consent prior to giving out data about a patient. Which of the following statements is MOST correct regarding this issue? a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most situations, but not in all situations. b. If a significant other requests information about your patient, you may release it without informed consent. c. If you are going to consult with a colleague, you must have informed consent from your patient. d. You must always have informed consent from your patient. - Answer- a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most situations, but not in all situations. 3. A soldier with combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder desires to return to combat. What is the first thing you should do? a. Allow the soldier full self-determination, returning when he deems appropriate. b. Inform the client that return will likely cause an increase in symptoms and is not advised. c. Contact the commanding officer to determine if this is an option for the soldier. d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning. - Answer- d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning. 4. A man is referred by his primary care provider and presents with a diagnosis of Hypochondriasis. What is the FIRST crucial step in treatment? a. History taking b. Establishment of trust and appreciation for the patient's problems c. Education about the link between stress, emotions and lifestyle and physical health d. Treatment planning - Answer- b. Establishment of trust and appreciation for the patient's problems 5. Client: "I'm depressed. I've lost my hair at a much quicker rate than I thought possible. I'm terribly embarrassed to go out in public. I'm feeling extremely anxious and uneasy about my baldness." Social Worker: "You're anxious and uneasy about the transformations that are a natural process of aging." The social worker's response is: