Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Treatment Planning and Documentation 3

Question 1

When writing a measurable treatment objective, which component indicates HOW SUCCESS will be observed?

Accepted Answer

The criterion for success

Answer

The criterion specifies the standard (e.g., 'with no more than two missed sessions') that will be used to evaluate whether the objective was met.

Question 2

A counselor notices a client's treatment plan has not been reviewed in 90 days despite agency policy requiring 30-day reviews. The counselor should:

Accepted Answer

Conduct an immediate review and document the lapse per agency protocol

Answer

Conducting and documenting an overdue review corrects the deficiency; backdating is fraudulent and violates ethical and legal standards.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a SMART treatment objective?

Accepted Answer

Client will attend three AA meetings per week for 30 days as verified by signed attendance slips

Answer

A SMART objective is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — the AA meeting example meets all five criteria.

Question 4

In the context of co-occurring disorders, integrated treatment planning means:

Accepted Answer

Addressing substance use and mental health needs within a single, coordinated treatment plan

Answer

Integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders combines both conditions into one unified plan to address their interaction and avoid conflicting interventions.

Question 5

A client signs a release of information authorizing the counselor to contact their probation officer. This release:

Accepted Answer

Limits disclosure to information specified in the release and required by 42 CFR Part 2

Answer

Under 42 CFR Part 2, releases must specify what information can be shared; counselors cannot disclose beyond the scope stated in the signed authorization.

Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Practice Test

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Chemical Dependency Counselor License Exam Treatment Planning and Documentation 3