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  1. Which concept describes the process of identifying problems beyond substance use — such as mental health, medical, or social issues — during a comprehensive intake?

    Answer: Co-occurring disorder screening

    Co-occurring disorder screening systematically identifies mental health and other conditions that co-exist with a substance use disorder.

  2. The PHQ-9 is commonly used alongside substance use screens. What does it primarily assess?

    Answer: Severity of depressive symptoms

    The PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) measures depression severity based on DSM criteria and is validated across clinical populations.

  3. A culturally competent screening process requires counselors to:

    Answer: Adapt communication and interpret results within the client's cultural framework

    Cultural competence means understanding that norms, language, and stigma vary across groups, requiring adaptation of tools and interpretation.

  4. Which of the following best describes the difference between screening and comprehensive assessment?

    Answer: Screening is a brief initial process to identify risk; assessment is in-depth evaluation to guide treatment

    Screening quickly identifies individuals who may have a problem, while assessment comprehensively examines that problem to inform treatment planning.

  5. The RAFFT questionnaire is specifically designed for which population?

    Answer: Adolescents

    RAFFT (Relax, Alone, Friends, Family, Trouble) is a brief adolescent screening tool validated for use with teens to identify substance use problems.

  6. In ASAM criteria, the dimension 'Readiness to Change' primarily influences decisions about:

    Answer: Engagement and motivational enhancement strategies in treatment

    ASAM Dimension 4 assesses a client's readiness and stage of change, directing treatment intensity and the use of motivational strategies.

  7. A client reports using opioids daily and scores high on the ORT (Opioid Risk Tool). This result most directly informs:

    Answer: Risk stratification for opioid prescribing and need for close monitoring

    The ORT predicts risk of opioid misuse and guides prescribers and counselors in structuring monitoring and support intensity.