Test Bank For Abnormal Psychology Global Edition 17th Edition By James N
Chapter 4 Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
Section 1 Test Item File
Multiple-Choice Questions
- Psychological assessment refers to the ________
- procedures used to summarize a client’s problem.
- process used to arrive at a diagnosis.
- development of a treatment plan.
- determination of how environmental factors impact the course of a disorder.
Answer: a. procedures used to summarize a client’s problem.
Difficulty: 1
Page: 107
Skill: Remember the Facts
Learning Objective: 4.1: Identify the basic elements in assessment.
- A person comes to a mental health professional with a certain complaint. The professional attempts to understand the nature and extent of the problem. This process is called ________
- diagnosis.
- assessment.
- clinical treatment.
- screening.
Answer: b. assessment.
Difficulty: 1
Page: 107
Skill: Understand the Concepts
Learning Objective: 4.1: Identify the basic elements in assessment.
- Which of the following is not a reason that it is important to have an appropriate classification of the presenting problem?
- A formal diagnosis may be needed for insurance purposes.
- A determination of the range of presenting symptoms is needed to ensure proper placement in a treatment facility.
- A recognition of what type of disorder is present will aid in the development of an effective treatment plan.
- To determine whether the person is faking his or her symptoms.
Answer: d. To determine whether the person is faking his or her symptoms.
Difficulty: 1
Page: 108
Skill: Remember the Facts
Learning Objective: 4.1: Identify the basic elements in assessment.
- Dr. Vera says, “It may only provide a limited view of a person’s problems, but it is important for planning appropriate treatment. Administratively, it is essential so that a facility can know what kinds of problems clients need help with. Even if we don’t want to do it, insurance claims require it.” What is Dr. Vera is referring to?
- Formal diagnosis
- Screening activities
- Taking a personal history
- Assessment
Answer: a. Formal diagnosis
Difficulty: 1
Page: 108
Skill: Apply What You Know
Learning Objective: 4.1: Identify the basic elements in assessment.
- Which of the following statements regarding assessment is true?
- Assessment should focus only on the client’s current level of functioning.
- An adequate assessment includes a determination of the amount of danger the client poses to himself and others.
- An adequate assessment should include an objective description of the person’s behavior.
- Assessment should focus on biological concerns rather than social concerns.
Answer: c. An adequate assessment should include an objective description of the person’s behavior.
Difficulty: 2
Page: 108
Skill: Remember the Facts
Learning Objective: 4.1: Identify the basic elements in assessment.
- What role does the social context play in assessment?
- Social context is not considered during assessment, only during diagnosis.
- An evaluation of the environment in which the client lives is necessary in order to understand the demands they face, as well as the supports that are present.
- Environmental factors are usually the proximal cause of mental disorders and frequently need to be addressed before any form of treatment commences.
- The social context need only be considered when a course of treatment is being selected; significant others in the client’s life should be the primary decision makers.
Answer: b. An evaluation of the environment in which the client lives is necessary in order to understand the demands they face, as well as the supports that are present.
Difficulty: 1
Page: 108
Skill: Understand the Concepts
Learning Objective: 4.1: Identify the basic elements in assessment.
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