BHP Treatment Planning & Protocols 3

Question 1

Which protocol framework is widely used in behavioral health to guide motivational interviewing within treatment planning sessions?

Accepted Answer

OARS (Open questions, Affirmations, Reflections, Summaries)

Answer

OARS is the foundational set of motivational interviewing skills used to engage clients and evoke their own motivation for change during treatment planning.

Question 2

A client refuses to sign their treatment plan. What is the BEST course of action for the BHP?

Accepted Answer

Document the client's refusal, explore their concerns, and attempt to revise the plan collaboratively

Answer

Documenting the refusal and exploring concerns demonstrates respect for client autonomy and creates an opportunity to revise the plan to better reflect the client's perspective.

Question 3

The SMART criteria for treatment plan goals stands for:

Accepted Answer

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

Answer

SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, ensuring each goal is clear and trackable.

Question 4

During a treatment planning session, a client states their goal is to 'feel happier.' What should the BHP do next?

Accepted Answer

Work with the client to operationalize the goal into observable, measurable behaviors

Answer

Vague goals must be collaboratively translated into specific, observable behaviors so that progress can be objectively measured.

Question 5

Which level of care on the ASAM continuum is most appropriate for a client with moderate alcohol use disorder who has a stable home environment and strong social support?

Accepted Answer

Level 1.0 Outpatient Services

Answer

A client with moderate severity, stable environment, and strong social support typically meets criteria for outpatient (Level 1.0) rather than residential or inpatient care.

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BHP Treatment Planning & Protocols 3