CCM Case Management Concepts and Principles 3

Question 1

Which of the following is identified as a core knowledge domain required for professional case managers by the CCMC?

Accepted Answer

Case management concepts, principles, and philosophy

Answer

CCMC identifies case management concepts, principles, and philosophy as a foundational core knowledge domain required for CCM certification.

Question 2

The 'client-centered' approach in case management means that:

Accepted Answer

The client's goals, preferences, and values guide the development of the care plan

Answer

Client-centered care places the client's goals, preferences, and values at the center of all planning and decision-making, respecting autonomy and promoting active participation.

Question 3

In case management, 'case closure' is most appropriately initiated when:

Accepted Answer

The client's goals are met, services are no longer needed, or the client declines further services

Answer

Case closure is appropriate when goals have been achieved, services are no longer clinically necessary, or the client declines ongoing case management involvement.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'interdisciplinary collaboration' as practiced in case management?

Accepted Answer

Working with professionals from various disciplines to coordinate holistic, comprehensive care

Answer

Interdisciplinary collaboration involves working alongside professionals from different disciplines (medicine, social work, therapy, pharmacy, etc.) to provide coordinated, holistic care.

Question 5

A case manager identifies that a client has significant unmet needs that fall outside the scope of case management services. The most appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Refer and connect the client to appropriate community resources and services

Answer

When client needs fall outside the case manager's scope, the professional obligation is to advocate for the client by connecting them to appropriate resources and services.

CCM - Certified Case Manager Exam Practice Test

CCM - Certified Case Manager Exam Practice Test

CCM Case Management Concepts and Principles 3