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A major method of reinforcing the therapeutic alliance and spirit of collaboration between the ct and the counselor is:
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Setting mutually-established goals
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A mental status exam does not assess: 1) educational level 2) appearance 3) speech 4) thought process
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1. educational level
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The provision of information concerning alcohol and other drug abuse and the available services and resources, is termed:
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Ct education
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Significant others shouild be involved in the tx process: (when)
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From the cts first contact with the treatment center
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The NIDA-financed Drug Abuse reporting Program found that: (having to do w/therapeutic communities)
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Therapeutic communities do reducedrug use relative to untreated cts or those who are simply detoxified and released.
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Your dually-diagnosed ct, stabilized on medication for his psychiatric disorder, decides he wants to quit smoking. You should:
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Consult with his physician reguarding nicotine/medication interaction.
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The following is a cognitive-based therapy, developed by Ellis, which is designed to confront a cts irrational thinking.
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Rational-Emotive Therapy
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A "release of information" form must include, in addition to the cts name, address and date of birth:
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The purpose of the release of information
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When a ct discloses suicidal thoughts, the counselor's first step is to:
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Assess the degree of risk
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When assessing the signs and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, all of the following may be noted EXCEPT:
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(a) restlessness, irritability, anxiety, agitation (b)tremor, elevated heart rate, increased blood pressure. (c) decreased sensitivity to sounds, oversensitivity to tactile situations. (d) decreased appetite, nausea, and vomiting.
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When conducting an assessment, what is the counselor's primary focus?
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Identifying the cts problems and needs, strengths and weaknesses.
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The BEST Indicator if an individual is physically dependent upon alcohol or another drug is:
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The presence of withdrawal symptoms.
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Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Guilt and anger are painful emotions that are a part of grieving.
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TRUE
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Despite vast personality differences, virtually all substance abusers experience:
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Remorse, self-hatred, and shame
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You are having difficulty with a ct early on in the case. The BEST thing for you to do is:
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Seek out supervision with a colleage or supervisor
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