CASAC Case Management and Continuing Care 4

Question 1

A client in recovery from opioid use disorder is transitioning from a residential program. Which level of continuing care is MOST appropriate as the immediate next step?

Accepted Answer

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Answer

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provide structured treatment while allowing the client to live in the community, making them the standard step-down after residential care.

Question 2

When developing a continuing care plan, a CASAC should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Assess the client's strengths, barriers, and recovery capital

Answer

Assessment of the client's strengths, barriers, and recovery capital is the foundation of any individualized continuing care plan.

Question 3

A client discloses they have no transportation to attend outpatient sessions. The case manager's BEST response is to:

Accepted Answer

Document the barrier and problem-solve alternatives such as telehealth or bus passes

Answer

Identifying and problem-solving transportation barriers is a core case management function that supports treatment engagement.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes a 'warm handoff' in case management?

Accepted Answer

Personally introducing or connecting the client to the next provider or service

Answer

A warm handoff involves directly connecting the client to the next provider, reducing the chance of disengagement during transitions.

Question 5

A client with co-occurring depression and alcohol use disorder is most likely to achieve stable recovery when:

Accepted Answer

Both disorders are treated concurrently using an integrated approach

Answer

Integrated dual diagnosis treatment that addresses both conditions simultaneously produces better outcomes than sequential approaches.

CASAC - Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Practice Test

CASAC - Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Practice Test

CASAC Case Management and Continuing Care 4