NCAC Domain 2: Assessment Welcome to your NCAC Domain 2: Assessment 1. NCAC 1: Assessment During the initial assessment of a client with suspected substance use disorder, which of the following is the most critical to establish a therapeutic rapport? Detailed family history of substance use Financial status and employment history Trust and understanding Previous treatment and relapse history None 2. NCAC 1: Assessment When assessing a client's readiness for change in addiction counseling, which model is most commonly used by counselors? Biopsychosocial model Transtheoretical model of change Disease model of addiction Cognitive-behavioral model None 3. NCAC 1: Assessment In the context of substance abuse assessment, what is the primary purpose of using standardized screening tools? To provide a detailed personal history To establish a baseline for future comparisons To diagnose mental health disorders To determine the level of care needed None 4. NCAC 1: Assessment When a counselor uses motivational interviewing techniques during an assessment, what is the primary goal? To confront the client about their denial To gather information about the client's substance use To enhance the client's motivation for change To establish the counselor's authority None 5. NCAC 1: Assessment In addiction counseling, the term "dual diagnosis" refers to clients who have: Multiple substance dependencies A substance use disorder and a medical condition A substance use disorder and a mental health disorder Two different types of substance use disorders None 6. NCAC 1: Assessment Which of the following assessment tools is specifically designed to evaluate the presence and severity of alcohol dependence? CAGE questionnaire AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test) Beck Depression Inventory MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) None 7. NCAC 1: Assessment When assessing a client for substance use disorders, why is it important to inquire about legal history? To predict the client's likelihood of completing treatment To understand potential external motivators for treatment To assess the client's honesty and reliability To determine the client's socioeconomic status None 8. NCAC 1: Assessment In the context of an addiction assessment, how is the family history of substance use relevant? It helps in identifying potential enablers within the family. It offers a context for the client's own substance use behaviors. It is only relevant if the client is a minor. It is used to place blame on family members for the client's substance use. None 9. NCAC 1: Assessment Why is it essential to assess a client's previous attempts at recovery during an addiction assessment? To ensure that the client is being truthful To determine the client's eligibility for insurance coverage To identify what has and hasn't worked in the past To establish the severity of the addiction None 10. NCAC 1: Assessment When a counselor asks a client about their substance use history, including the types of substances used and the patterns of use, the primary goal is to: Judge the client's choices Determine the client's social circle Establish the severity and nature of the substance use disorder Find immediate reasons to initiate an intervention None 11. NCAC 1: Assessment During an assessment, if a client minimizes their substance use, the counselor should: Immediately confront the client with evidence of their substance use Use reflective listening to explore the reasons behind the minimization Disregard the client's statements and base the assessment on collateral information End the session as the client is not ready for treatment None 12. NCAC 1: Assessment In the assessment phase, understanding a client's cultural background is important because: It determines the type of substance the client is likely to use It helps in predicting the client's future substance use It influences the client's beliefs, behaviors, and experiences related to substance use It is required for completing demographic data in the client's file None 13. NCAC 1: Assessment When a counselor is assessing the impact of a client's substance use on their social relationships, which of the following is NOT typically a focus? The client's relationships with family and friends The client's performance in social roles and responsibilities The client's preference for specific social settings or activities The client's political beliefs and affiliations None 14. NCAC 1: Assessment In assessing a client for addiction, why is it important to consider their employment history? It provides insight into the client's financial status It can reveal patterns related to substance use and its impact on life functioning It determines the client's eligibility for certain treatment programs It is only relevant if the client is currently employed None 15. NCAC 1: Assessment When assessing the risk of substance use relapse, which factor is least likely to be considered? The client's stress management skills The length of time the client has been in recovery The client's favorite color The presence of a support system None 16. NCAC 1: Assessment In the context of substance use assessment, the term "collateral information" refers to: Information gathered from family, friends, or other sources besides the client Additional data collected using supplementary assessment tools Information related to the client's financial status Unverified information reported by the client None 17. NCAC 1: Assessment During the assessment, how should a counselor approach a client's denial of substance use issues? By using a confrontational approach to break through the denial By acknowledging the client's perspective and exploring the reasons for denial By dismissing the client's statements as untruthful By immediately involving the client's family to confront the denial None 18. NCAC 1: Assessment The assessment of a client with substance use disorder should always include an evaluation of: The client's preference for inpatient or outpatient treatment Potential co-occurring mental health disorders The client's political and religious views The client's educational background and achievements None 19. NCAC 1: Assessment When a counselor uses the term "biopsychosocial assessment" in the context of addiction, they are referring to an evaluation that includes which of the following dimensions? Biological, Psychological, and Sociological Biological, Psychoanalytic, and Social Biometric, Psychometric, and Socioeconomic Biochemical, Psychodynamic, and Social Work None 20. NCAC 1: Assessment Why is it important to assess a client's substance use history in the context of their life stages? To determine the legality of the client's substance use at different ages To understand the development and progression of the substance use disorder To assign blame for the client's substance use to specific life events To compare the client's substance use to normative developmental milestones None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
