CFTC Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield CFTC facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. What does "system integration" mean in a technology context? → Connecting different technology systems to work together and share data seamlessly
2. Why is maintaining confidentiality important in record keeping? → To protect sensitive personal and professional information from unauthorized access
3. What is the primary focus of forensic trauma theory? → Physical and psychological impact
4. Somatic approaches to trauma treatment are based on the premise that: → Trauma is stored in the body and physical sensations must be part of healing
5. Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) differs from standard PTSD primarily in that it: → Results from prolonged, repeated trauma and includes disturbances in self-organization
6. Why must forensic practitioners maintain accurate records? → Support legal processes
7. How should negative or difficult information be communicated to stakeholders? → Honestly and promptly, with proposed solutions or mitigation steps
8. Toxicology screening in drug-facilitated sexual assault cases should ideally occur within: → 72 hours for blood and 120 hours for urine
9. Which screening tool is most commonly recommended for identifying elder abuse in the clinical forensic setting? → Elder Assessment Instrument (EAI)
10. Which statement BEST reflects the concept of 'cultural humility' in trauma-informed care? → Recognizing one's own cultural biases and engaging in ongoing self-reflection
11. A trauma survivor repeatedly minimizes the severity of their experience during assessment. The MOST appropriate trauma-informed response is to: → Validate their experience and avoid pushing for re-disclosure
12. Which best describes the scope of Pharmacology & Medication Management in professional practice? → A comprehensive area covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications
13. What is the importance of continuing education in forensic ethics? → Maintains competence
14. What assessment technique involves listening to body sounds with a stethoscope? → Auscultation
15. Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'window of tolerance' in trauma-informed care? → The optimal zone of arousal in which a client can process trauma effectively
16. A forensic trauma clinician notices symptoms of compassion fatigue in themselves. The MOST appropriate initial action is to: → Seek peer consultation, supervision, or personal support resources
17. Why is ongoing training important for trauma clinicians? → Ensures best practices
18. What is active listening in a professional context? → Fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what is being said
19. Which type of documentation is MOST critical for preserving the forensic value of a survivor's verbal account? → Using the survivor's own words in quotation marks
20. A trauma-informed approach to screening differs from traditional screening because it: → Creates safety and context before asking sensitive questions
21. Which therapy is commonly used for trauma intervention? → Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
22. Why are ethical standards critical in forensic practice? → Guide integrity and protect rights
23. Which positioning modification is most appropriate when performing a forensic examination on an elderly patient with severe kyphosis? → Modified lateral or supine position with supportive pillows for spinal curvature
24. What is the primary purpose of a systematic physical examination? → To identify abnormalities and establish baseline findings
25. The optimal timeframe for collecting biological evidence after sexual assault in most U.S. forensic protocols is: → Within 120 hours (5 days)
26. How does forensic trauma clinician ensure patient safety? → Following ethics and trauma-informed care
27. When interviewing a patient with an intellectual disability who may be a victim of abuse, which adaptation to the standard forensic interview is most critical? → Use simple language, allow extra response time, and use visual aids when appropriate
28. What is the most important competency assessed in Patient Safety & Infection Control for professionals in this field? → Applied knowledge and practical problem-solving ability
29. Forensic light sources (alternate light sources) in sexual assault examinations are PRIMARILY used to: → Detect trace evidence and bodily fluids not visible under normal light
30. Which vital sign change most urgently requires immediate clinical intervention? → Sudden drop in oxygen saturation below 90%