CASAC Treatment Planning and Referral 5

Question 1

A client discloses active suicidal ideation with a plan during a treatment planning session. What is the counselor's first priority?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a thorough suicide risk assessment and take appropriate safety action

Answer

When a client discloses suicidal ideation with a plan, the counselor must immediately conduct a risk assessment and implement safety protocols, which supersedes routine treatment planning.

Question 2

When making a referral for a client with a substance use disorder, which factor is LEAST important to consider?

Accepted Answer

The counselor's personal preference for a specific provider

Answer

Referrals must be based on the client's clinical needs, preferences, and practical circumstances — not the counselor's personal biases or preferences.

Question 3

A client's treatment plan includes a goal to 'maintain abstinence from all substances.' The client expresses that their personal goal is harm reduction, not abstinence. How should the counselor respond?

Accepted Answer

Explore the client's perspective and collaboratively revise the treatment plan goals to reflect the client's values

Answer

Person-centered care requires that treatment goals reflect the client's values and goals; a collaborative discussion is necessary to align the plan with the client's motivation.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the role of a release of information (ROI) in the referral process?

Accepted Answer

It is required before sharing confidential client information with external agencies or providers

Answer

A signed release of information is legally and ethically required before disclosing any protected client information to external parties, including referral providers.

Question 5

A client with alcohol use disorder also reports chronic pain managed with prescription opioids. What treatment planning consideration is most critical?

Accepted Answer

Coordinate with the prescribing physician to address the interaction between pain management and addiction recovery

Answer

Coordinating care with the prescribing physician is essential to develop a plan that addresses both chronic pain and substance use disorder without compromising either.

CASAC - Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Practice Test

CASAC - Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Practice Test

CASAC Treatment Planning and Referral 5