CADC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Ultimate 4

Question 1

Which stage of group development, according to Yalom, is characterized by conflicts over dominance and leadership among members?

Accepted Answer

Storming

Answer

Storming involves interpersonal conflicts, challenges to the leader, and members jockeying for position within the group.

Question 2

A client denies having a problem with alcohol despite losing their job and receiving a DUI. This defense mechanism is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Denial

Answer

Denial is the refusal to acknowledge that a problem exists, even in the face of clear negative consequences.

Question 3

According to 42 CFR Part 2, substance use disorder patient records may be disclosed WITHOUT patient consent in which situation?

Accepted Answer

A medical emergency where disclosure is necessary to address the emergency

Answer

42 CFR Part 2 permits disclosure without consent in a bona fide medical emergency to protect the patient's life.

Question 4

Which of the following is a PRIMARY goal of relapse prevention therapy developed by Marlatt and Gordon?

Accepted Answer

Identifying triggers and developing coping strategies to prevent full relapse

Answer

Marlatt and Gordon's model focuses on identifying high-risk situations and building cognitive-behavioral coping skills to interrupt the relapse chain.

Question 5

A counselor working with an adolescent client discovers the teen is selling cannabis at school. The counselor is ethically required to:

Accepted Answer

Consider mandatory reporting laws, safety factors, and inform the client of any required disclosures

Answer

The counselor must balance confidentiality with applicable mandatory reporting laws, safety considerations, and transparency with the client about disclosure.

Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam Practice Test

Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam Practice Test

CADC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Ultimate 4