CDCA CDCA Co-occurring Disorders & Dual Diagnosis 2

Question 1

When a client presents with psychotic symptoms during an intake assessment, the CDCA's FIRST responsibility is to:

Accepted Answer

Consult with a supervisor or refer to a qualified mental health professional for immediate evaluation

Answer

A CDCA is not qualified to diagnose or treat psychosis and must escalate to qualified mental health or medical professionals immediately.

Question 2

A client in early recovery reports ongoing symptoms of depression. The CDCA should:

Accepted Answer

Document the symptoms, discuss them with the treatment team, and facilitate a referral for psychiatric evaluation if clinically indicated

Answer

CDCAs document and report symptoms to the treatment team and facilitate appropriate referrals rather than diagnosing or prescribing.

Question 3

Which standardized screening tool is commonly used to identify co-occurring mental health symptoms in clients presenting for substance use treatment?

Accepted Answer

The Mental Health Screening Form (MHSF-III) or GAIN-SS

Answer

Tools like the MHSF-III and GAIN-SS are validated instruments designed to screen for co-occurring mental health disorders in SUD populations.

Question 4

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) such as buprenorphine for opioid use disorder is:

Accepted Answer

An evidence-based practice that reduces cravings and overdose risk and can be used alongside counseling

Answer

MAT is an FDA-approved, evidence-based approach that significantly reduces opioid use, overdose deaths, and criminal activity when combined with counseling.

Question 5

A client with bipolar disorder who is in substance use treatment stops taking their prescribed mood stabilizer. The CDCA should:

Accepted Answer

Alert the treatment team and encourage the client to discuss medication concerns with their prescriber

Answer

The CDCA must communicate medication non-adherence to the treatment team while encouraging the client to engage with their prescriber about their concerns.

(CDCA) Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Practice Test

(CDCA) Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Practice Test

CDCA CDCA Co-occurring Disorders & Dual Diagnosis 2