BHP Treatment Planning & Intervention Strategies 2

Question 1

A client with co-occurring substance use disorder and major depression is entering treatment. Which approach is considered best practice?

Accepted Answer

Integrate treatment for both disorders simultaneously

Answer

Integrated dual diagnosis treatment addresses co-occurring disorders simultaneously, producing better outcomes than sequential treatment.

Question 2

Which element is most critical when establishing measurable goals in a treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

Specifying observable behaviors, timelines, and success criteria

Answer

Measurable goals must include observable behaviors, realistic timelines, and clear criteria for evaluating success.

Question 3

A BHP is using Motivational Interviewing (MI) with a resistant client. Which MI technique involves reflecting both sides of a client's ambivalence?

Accepted Answer

Double-sided reflection

Answer

Double-sided reflection acknowledges both the client's stated resistance and their previously expressed reasons for change.

Question 4

In crisis intervention using the ABC model, what does 'B' represent?

Accepted Answer

Beliefs and perceptions about the crisis event

Answer

In the ABC Crisis Intervention model, 'B' stands for Beliefs — the client's perceptions and thoughts about the precipitating event.

Question 5

Which behavioral intervention is most appropriate when helping a client reduce anxiety through gradual exposure?

Accepted Answer

Systematic desensitization

Answer

Systematic desensitization pairs progressive relaxation with gradual, hierarchical exposure to anxiety-provoking stimuli.

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