ASWB Bachelors Basic 2

Question 1

A social worker notices a client appears withdrawn and has unexplained bruises during a home visit. What is the FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Document observations and report suspected abuse to protective services

Answer

Mandatory reporting of suspected abuse takes priority over other interventions and must be done promptly.

Question 2

Which ethical principle requires a social worker to keep client information confidential?

Accepted Answer

Privacy and confidentiality

Answer

The NASW Code of Ethics explicitly identifies privacy and confidentiality as a core ethical principle protecting client information.

Question 3

A client who is homeless refuses shelter services, stating they prefer to live outdoors. The social worker should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Respect the client's self-determination while exploring their concerns

Answer

Self-determination is a foundational value; the worker should explore barriers while respecting the client's right to choose.

Question 4

In a systems theory framework, the family, school, and peer group represent which level of Bronfenbrenner's ecological model?

Accepted Answer

Mesosystem

Answer

The mesosystem refers to the interactions and relationships between the microsystems directly surrounding the individual.

Question 5

A social worker is ending services with a long-term client. Which termination task is MOST important?

Accepted Answer

Reviewing progress and reinforcing the client's strengths and gains

Answer

Effective termination consolidates gains and prepares the client for independence by reviewing progress and affirming strengths.

ASWB - Association of Social Work Boards Practice Test