Alcohol and Drug Counselor Case Management and Referrals Flashcards
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Which element is MOST essential when coordinating care between a substance use counselor and a client's primary care physician?
Answer: Obtaining a signed Release of Information before exchanging any client information
A signed Release of Information is legally and ethically required before any client information can be shared with outside providers.
A case manager is developing a continuing care plan for a client completing residential treatment. Which factor is MOST predictive of long-term recovery success?
Answer: Engagement in ongoing recovery support services post-discharge
Research consistently shows that continued engagement in recovery support services after discharge is among the strongest predictors of sustained recovery.
A client presents with co-occurring major depression and alcohol use disorder. The case manager's referral plan should IDEALLY include:
Answer: Integrated dual-diagnosis treatment addressing both disorders simultaneously
Integrated treatment that addresses co-occurring disorders simultaneously produces better outcomes than sequential or parallel approaches.
Under 42 CFR Part 2, substance use disorder treatment records receive special confidentiality protections. These records can be disclosed without patient consent in which situation?
Answer: When there is a medical emergency threatening the client's life
42 CFR Part 2 permits disclosure without consent in a bona fide medical emergency to protect the life of the patient.
A counselor needs to refer a client to a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program for opioid use disorder. Which medication is approved by the FDA for this purpose?
Answer: Naltrexone (oral or extended-release injectable)
Naltrexone (oral or extended-release injectable Vivitrol) is FDA-approved for opioid use disorder as part of medication-assisted treatment.
Which case management activity is classified as a 'linkage' function?
Answer: Connecting a client to a vocational rehabilitation program
Linkage refers to connecting clients with needed community resources and services, such as vocational rehabilitation programs.
A client expresses ambivalence about attending aftercare following detoxification. The MOST appropriate case management response is to:
Answer: Use motivational interviewing techniques to explore the ambivalence
Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based approach for helping clients explore and resolve ambivalence about treatment engagement.