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Once a clinical social worker has assessed a client, they together formulate a document to address issues that the assessment has identified. This document is called a

  1. Contract
  2. Collaboration
  3. Treatment Plan
  4. Leading Guide

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A treatment plan identifies in a concrete way what goals the client and social worker will work in what order, using what methods, and by what target dates. It is also the document most insurance companies, courts, agencies, and anyone else require who might have interest in the outcome of treatment for the client.



When developing a functioning service plan to maintain safety and permanence within a family structure, what type of assessment should be utilized?

  1. Individual assessment
  2. Group assessment
  3. Family-centered assessment
  4. Child welfare assessment

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Family-centered assessment helps identify needs, strengths and resources to determine the best possible assistance for a family. The family unit is seen as a whole and full participation is expected.



A clinical social worker meets with the Robertson family to determine parental behavior by completing a comprehensive family assessment. Information will be collected on who lives in the home, health history, employment and stability. Which of the following possible contributing factors should the social worker consider?

  1. Social Skills
  2. Bank Account
  3. Education
  4. Sibling Status

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

When completing a comprehensive family assessment, the clinical social worker should consider possible contributing factors, including domestic violence, alcohol/drug usage, educational background, and employment status. All of these concerns are addressed to ensure the permanency and safety of the children. A clinical social worke r cannot determine a working service plan without this information.



A clinical social worker needs to be cautious when completing an assessment for oppositional defiant disorder. The problem should be observed at home and school with behaviors occurring in a manner that affects family, social and academic life. Which of the following symptoms need to be displayed in order to correctly diagnose oppositional defiant disorder?

  1. Swears frequently
  2. Won't sit still when it is required
  3. Frequent temper tantrums
  4. Give inappropriate negative comments

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

In order to correctly diagnose oppositional defiant disorder, a clinical social worker must observe a specific set of behaviors, including frequent temper tantrums, hateful language directed at others, and annoyance when interacting with other people. Oppositional defiant disorder affects school-aged children and adolescents. Currently, there are no known causes for this problem.






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