ASWB Bachelors 3

Question 1

Maslow's hierarchy of needs is MOST relevant to social work practice because it:

Accepted Answer

Helps prioritize client needs from basic survival to self-actualization

Answer

Maslow's hierarchy helps social workers understand that basic needs like safety and food must be addressed before higher-order needs can be pursued.

Question 2

A BSW working in a school setting notices a student has unexplained bruises and seems fearful. The FIRST action should be to:

Accepted Answer

File a report with child protective services

Answer

Social workers are mandated reporters and must report reasonable suspicion of child abuse to child protective services without delay.

Question 3

Which theoretical framework focuses on the interaction between individuals and their environments across multiple system levels?

Accepted Answer

Ecological systems theory

Answer

Ecological systems theory, developed by Bronfenbrenner, examines how individuals are influenced by and interact with nested environmental systems.

Question 4

During intake, a client discloses they are undocumented. The BSW should:

Accepted Answer

Provide services and maintain confidentiality as with any client

Answer

Social workers are obligated to provide services without discrimination and maintain confidentiality regardless of immigration status.

Question 5

The 'strengths perspective' in social work practice emphasizes:

Accepted Answer

Identifying and building on client capacities and resources

Answer

The strengths perspective shifts focus from pathology to clients' inherent resilience, capabilities, and existing resources.

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