ASWB Masters 3

Question 1

A client diagnosed with major depressive disorder tells the social worker, 'I've been giving away my belongings and I finally feel at peace.' The social worker should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Conduct a thorough suicide risk assessment

Answer

Giving away possessions and sudden calmness after depression are warning signs of suicidal intent, requiring immediate risk assessment.

Question 2

The biopsychosocial model of assessment is valuable in social work practice because it:

Accepted Answer

Considers biological, psychological, and social factors as interconnected influences on functioning

Answer

The biopsychosocial model provides a holistic framework by recognizing that health and behavior result from the interaction of biological, psychological, and social variables.

Question 3

A social worker receives a subpoena for a client's therapy records. The BEST course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

Notify the client and consult with an attorney before releasing any records

Answer

Upon receiving a subpoena, the social worker must notify the client and consult legal counsel; a subpoena does not automatically waive privilege.

Question 4

In motivational interviewing, 'rolling with resistance' means the social worker should:

Accepted Answer

Avoid arguing and instead explore the client's perspective without confrontation

Answer

Rolling with resistance avoids confrontation and instead invites the client to examine their own perspective, preserving the therapeutic alliance.

Question 5

A social worker at a community mental health center has a very high caseload and feels emotionally exhausted and detached from clients. This is MOST consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Burnout

Answer

Burnout is characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced sense of accomplishment resulting from chronic workplace stress.

ASWB - Association of Social Work Boards Practice Test

ASWB - Association of Social Work Boards Practice Test

ASWB Masters 3