Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Sample Questions 2

Question 1

A client in early recovery reports intense cravings when passing a bar where they used to drink. This is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Environmental cue-induced craving

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Withdrawal symptom

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Co-occurring disorder symptom

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Post-acute withdrawal syndrome

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'motivational interviewing'?

Accepted Answer

A client-centered approach that elicits intrinsic motivation for change

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A confrontational technique to break through denial

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A structured 12-step facilitation method

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A cognitive-behavioral technique for managing cravings

Question 3

According to the ASAM criteria, which dimension addresses an individual's level of intoxication and potential for withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Dimension 1: Acute Intoxication and/or Withdrawal Potential

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Dimension 2: Biomedical Conditions and Complications

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Dimension 3: Emotional/Behavioral/Cognitive Conditions

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Dimension 4: Readiness to Change

Question 4

A counselor notices a client is minimizing the consequences of their alcohol use by saying 'Everyone drinks like I do.' This defense mechanism is called:

Accepted Answer

Normalization

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Projection

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Rationalization

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Intellectualization

Question 5

Under HIPAA, a chemical dependency counselor may release a client's treatment records without consent in which situation?

Accepted Answer

When a court order or valid subpoena is issued

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When a family member requests the records to understand their loved one's treatment

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When an employer asks to verify treatment attendance

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When another counselor at a different agency requests them for coordination

Question 6

The 'stages of change' model was developed by:

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James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente

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William Miller and Stephen Rollnick

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Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck

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Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow

Question 7

Which of the following is a primary characteristic of opioid withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Muscle aches, runny nose, and goosebumps

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Seizures and delirium tremens

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Hyperthermia and rhabdomyolysis

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Psychosis and formication