CBIS Group Dynamics and Facilitation 5

Question 1

A TBI survivor asks to record group sessions on their phone as a memory aid. The facilitator should:

Accepted Answer

Obtain consent from all group members and establish privacy agreements before allowing any recording

Answer

Recording requires informed consent from all members to protect confidentiality, a cornerstone of therapeutic group ethics.

Question 2

Which facilitator technique is MOST effective for ending a TBI group session productively?

Accepted Answer

Providing a 5-minute warning, summarizing key themes, and inviting brief closing reflections

Answer

Structured closings with warnings and summary help members with TBI transition out of sessions and consolidate what was discussed.

Question 3

What is the MOST important reason to conduct pre-group screening for TBI rehabilitation groups?

Accepted Answer

To assess readiness, identify potential group fit issues, and set individualized goals

Answer

Pre-group screening ensures member readiness, identifies concerns that could disrupt the group, and personalizes therapeutic focus.

Question 4

A TBI survivor discloses suicidal ideation during a group session. The facilitator should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Calmly acknowledge the disclosure, ensure immediate safety, and follow the crisis protocol

Answer

Safety takes priority; acknowledging the disclosure and activating crisis protocol protects the individual while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.

Question 5

Which of the following BEST describes the 'norming' stage in a TBI support group?

Accepted Answer

The group establishes shared norms, cohesion increases, and roles stabilize

Answer

During norming, groups resolve earlier conflicts and develop cooperation, shared identity, and stable interaction patterns.

(CBIS) Certified Brain Injury Specialist Practice Test

(CBIS) Certified Brain Injury Specialist Practice Test

CBIS Group Dynamics and Facilitation 5