UREs Flashcards
If a patient has made an attempt to resolve his/her problem and has failed in the past this is recognized as
strength
As a minimum, how many strengths and weaknesses should be identified for each patient?
three
What is considered the very basic of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
Physiological needs
What level of maslow’s hierarchy of needs is characterized by the need for friendship, love and a sense of belonging?
Affiliation
What level of maslow’s hierarchy of needs is often difficult for substance abuse/dependent individuals
Affiliation
What level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is developed from feelings of independence, competence, self-respect, and recognition from others?
Self-esteem and love
What level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs represents an individual who has reached his or her maximum potential?
Self actualization
What need is not considered a deficiency need?
Self-esteem and self actualization which are growth needs
What do short-term goals provide for the patient?
Acute relief or feelings of accomplishment
What do long-term goals suggest for the patient?
Shows they are invested over a period of time
Every goal must have at least how many objectives?
1
Goals should not be…?
optimistic
Which determinant of relapse is considered the most difficult and problematic?
Relational
What is the leading cause of relapse?
Boredom
It is well documented that treatment outcomes are based upon the patient’s what?
motivation
Reconstructing a comprehensive detailing of the patients substance use history helps with what?
Determine triggers that may lead to a relapse
during what stage of treatment does termination or discharge planning begin?
initial intake
What action must occur to discourage contact outside the therapeutic relationship?
create clear boundaries
What is considered the overall management strategy for treating people?
treatment plan
Who should be devising the treatment plan for the patient?
patient and Counselor
What are the potential problems that should be addressed in the treatment plan?
Attrition
noncompliance
inadequate progress
What is not a purpose of assessment during the treatment process?
Translating the goals into behavior indicatiors
What must you use to measure treatment progress?
Exit outcomes
What is one of the most self-defeating beliefs for a beginning counselor?
We must be perfect
Which is not one of the 4 specific areas that should be addressed in the therapeutic relationship between you and the patient?
Relational issue, ability to influence, and change relationships with their lives
What is paramount to a patients ability to identify options and alternatives in the face of adversity?
employing sound insight and judgment