ASWB Practice Test #2 Flashcards
A social worker is working with a 17-year-old client who is engaging in sexual intercourse with multiple partners. In a family session, the parents ask the social worker is they have knowledge of their daughter engaging in sexual activities. How should the social worker proceed?
A. The social worker should notify the family as the client is under the age of 18.
B. Client confidentiality should be preserved, and the social worker should inform the parents that they cannot share that information.
C. The social worker should schedule a session with the parents and the client to discuss this situation further.
D. Confidentiality can be broken as the client is engaging in risky behaviors.
B. Client confidentiality should be preserved, and the social worker should inform the parents that they cannot share that information.
RATIONALE:Information about the client’s sexual activities is protected in the therapist-client relationship.This information should not bed is closed to anyone, including parents unless the client wants to share this information.
Rena, a 24-year-old client, is a native American woman who lives on a reservation in Oklahoma. She has shared that she is struggling with her family responsibilities and her finances and is considering leaving the reservation. Her family does not agree with this decision. This is causing anxiety to Rena, and she’s questioning her decision. What should a social worker make sure to consider in their treatment of Rena?
A. The age of the family members Rena is having a disagreement with.
B. The severity of Rena’s financial challenges.
C. The significance of tribal law on the reservation and the importance of involving a tribal elder in any family disputes.
D. Rena’s current relationship status.
C. The significance of tribal law on the reservation and the importance of involving a tribal elder in any family disputes.
RATIONALE:Tribal law and tribal elders are incredibly important to the Native Americans. They should be considered and/or consulted in major decisions, especially regarding family disputes or disagreements.
Sara,a 33-year-old client, is being treated by your agency. She has been displaying a range of emotions, including anger, depression, anxiety, and intense fear of abandonment. Her moods cycle rapidly, and her relationships are unstable. She has been struggling with cannabis and alcohol abuse. Recently,she broke off her engagement,but now she wants to get her partner back. She states
she thrives on the “drama” of her relationships. This pattern of behavior has been reported for most of her adult life. Which disorder best describes Sara?
A. Bipolar Disorder
B. Borderline Personality Disorder
C. Paranoid Personality Disorder
D. Narcissistic Personality Disorder
B. Borderline Personality Disorder
Rationale: Sara is displaying symptoms most categorized by Borderline Personality Disorder. Borderline Personality Disorder is characterized by long-standing patterns of unstable relationships, self-image issues, difficulty managing emotions, and a pattern of erratic behavior. These symptoms cause a disruption in daily functioning.
According to the NASW Code of Ethics, which of the following is true regarding confidentiality?
A. There are no instances in which confidentiality can be broken.
B. Confidentiality does not need to be upheld if the client is a minor or an elderly client.
C. Confidentiality can be broken if the client is a danger to themselves or others or in instances of suspected child or elder abuse and neglect.
D. Confidentiality can be broken if you are using the information for educational purposes within our agency.
C. Confidentiality can be broken if the client is a danger to themselves or others or in instances of suspected child or elder abuse and neglect.
Rationale: social workers should respect clients’ right to privacy. There are several situations that may require a social worker to break confidentiality, including: if a client is an immediate danger to themselves, if the client is an immediate danger to others, or in cases of suspected child or elder abuse.
A new school social worker is working with a preschool-aged student who has been referred for behavioral outbursts by his teacher. The student becomes physically aggressive with peers and teachers and often attempts to run out of the school building. After hitting his teacher and being sent to the office, the principal wants to suspend the student stating, “We need to teach him a lesson and show him this behavior is not tolerated at school.” The social worker does not agree with this decision. How should the social worker handle the situation?
A. The social worker should explain to the principal that this “punishment” is developmentally inappropriate due to the child’s age.
B. The social worker should notify and educate the parents about why their child has been suspended.
C. The social worker should meet with the student and explain why they are being suspended so they can learn from their mistake.
D. The social worker should reach out to the superintendent and explain why they are concerned about the principal’s decision.
A. The social worker should explain to the principal that this “punishment” is developmentally inappropriate due to the child’s age.
Rationale: It’s crucial to recognize that the student, in this case, is a preschool-aged child. At this age, children are not able to understand tha a punishment like suspension is connected to a specific behavior they exhibited. This type of punishment may negatively affect the student’s development and lead to further outbursts.
Which of the following best describes the tasks associated with brokering when utilizing a case management model?
A. A social worker assesses the client’s presenting problem in the intake session.
B. A social worker analyzes the strengths of the client and provides a personalized care plan for that client.
C. Social Workers provide intensive 24-hour support to clients.
D. A social worker connects a patient with 4 different services and schedules appointments and transportation for them to attend those appointments.
D. A social worker connects a patient with 4 different services and schedules appointments and transportation for them to attend those appointments.
Rationale: In the brokerage case management model, case managers spend most of their time organizing care for the patient and ensuring a smooth flow of services. D is the correct answer, as A does not provide enough information, B is a strengths-based approach, and C is an intensive care management (ICM) approach.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a step involved in program development?
A. Conducting research on programs that have been successful in similar populations.
B. Piloting the program to a smaller population to assess the effectiveness of the program.
C. Selecting and implementing a program design.
D. Sharing outcomes of program evaluation to secure additional funding.
D. Sharing outcomes of program evaluation to secure additional funding.
Rationale: Sharing outcomes of the program evaluation to secure additional funding may come after the program development and launch process but is not part of the program development itself.
In which of the following scenarios would assertiveness training be the MOST appropriate intervention?
A. A client is looking to channel their anger through a physical outlet.
B. A client struggles to self-advocate and needs to strengthen their skills to make their voice heard in a meaningful way.
C. A client is unhappy in their job and is looking to make a career change.
D. A client and her partner are continuously fighting over household duties and family responsibilities.
B. A client struggles to self-advocate and needs to strengthen their skills to make their voice heard in a meaningful way.
Rationale: Assertiveness training is a form of t herapy that helps people learn how to better communicate their needs and wants so that they feel confident and empowered.
According to Object Relations Theory, at which age does an infant become aware of the caregiver but does not yet see the world outside of the caregiver/infant relationship?
A. 2 weeks to 4 weeks
B. 1 month to 5 months
C. 6 months to 12 months
D. 1 year
B. 1 month to 5 months
Rationale: The normal symbiotic phase takes place around 1-5 months. During this phase, the child is now aware of his/her mother, but there is no sense of individuality. The infant and the mother are viewed as one unit.
Which of the following would be the BEST example of a task completed in the engagement stage of the helping process?
A. Having the client fill out their insurance information prior to their initial appointment.
B. Collecting information about the client, including the reason for seeking treatment.
C. Completing a mental status exam to determine the present level of functioning.
D. Working with the client to determine the frequency of visits needed for treatment.
B. Collecting information about the client, including the reason for seeking treatment.
Rationale: The engagement phase is the first step in the helping process. This is when you will start to build rapport with the client. Tasks include intake completion, an overview of confidentiality, consent, and explaining the risks of treatment. Additionally, you’ll be setting boundaries and expectations during this session.
Which of the following is most TRUE about physical contact with a client by a social worker?
A. Physical contact is prohibited in all cases with a client.
B. It is allowed to occur as long as the client’s informed consent is obtained.
C. Physical contact and its use are at the discretion of the clinician.
D. It is not allowed if there is a possibility of psychological harm to a client or if it is sexual in nature.
D. It is not allowed if there is a possibility of psychological harm to a client or if it is sexual in nature.
Rationale: This requires knowledge and understanding of the Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics states: 1.10 Physical Contact Social Worker should not engage in physical contact with clients when there is a possibility of psychological harm to the client as a result of the contact (such as cradling or caressing clients)
