CAADE Treatment Planning 3

Question 1

A short-term objective in a treatment plan differs from a long-term goal in that it:

Accepted Answer

Is an incremental step that contributes to achieving the broader goal

Answer

Short-term objectives are specific, time-limited steps that build toward the larger long-term goal.

Question 2

Which approach best supports client motivation during treatment planning?

Accepted Answer

Using motivational interviewing techniques to elicit the client's own reasons for change

Answer

Motivational interviewing techniques help clients articulate their intrinsic motivation, strengthening commitment to the plan.

Question 3

A treatment plan that addresses a client's housing instability alongside substance use demonstrates:

Accepted Answer

A holistic approach recognizing social determinants of recovery

Answer

Addressing social determinants like housing as part of treatment reflects a holistic, whole-person recovery model.

Question 4

When documenting treatment plan goals, SMART criteria require that goals be:

Accepted Answer

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound

Answer

SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — the standard framework for effective treatment objectives.

Question 5

A counselor discovers a client's treatment plan goal conflicts with the client's cultural values. The best response is to:

Accepted Answer

Discuss the conflict with the client and collaboratively modify the goal to be culturally responsive

Answer

Culturally responsive treatment planning requires dialogue and modification when goals conflict with a client's cultural values.

(CAADE) California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators Certification Practice Test