CIP Cheat Sheet 2026

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

1. A CIP discovers that a colleague is conducting interventions while under the influence of alcohol. What is the CIP's professional responsibility? → Report the behavior to the appropriate licensing or ethics board
2. A client who uses alcohol to cope with social anxiety likely has: → A co-occurring anxiety disorder that should be addressed in treatment
3. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder most commonly combines counseling with which FDA-approved medication? → Naltrexone, buprenorphine, or methadone
4. A client is step-down from residential treatment and still needs structured services but can sleep at home. Which level of care is appropriate? → ASAM Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
5. When coaching a spouse who minimizes the severity of the client's addiction, the interventionist should use: → Motivational Interviewing techniques to explore ambivalence without judgment
6. An informed consent document in CIP practice should include: → Description of services, fees, confidentiality limits, and client rights
7. In the Systemic Family Intervention approach, the substance use problem is viewed as: → A symptom of dysfunctional family system patterns that maintain the disorder
8. A CIP should conduct a thorough case intake that includes gathering information about: → Substance use history, medical history, mental health history, and family dynamics
9. Which outcome is considered a 'successful' intervention even if the client initially refuses treatment? → Family members are unified, informed, and prepared to implement consequences
10. A CIP is hired by a corporation to conduct an intervention on an employee. Who is the CIP's primary client? → The identified person who is the subject of the intervention
11. Which behavior violates ethical codes? → Accepting large gifts that affect decisions
12. Why is family input valuable in intervention planning? → To understand dynamics and enhance support
13. A 'bottom line' in intervention terminology refers to: → The specific consequence a concerned person will implement if the client refuses treatment
14. After a successful intervention, the interventionist's role during the client's treatment transition typically includes: → Providing ongoing support to the family and coordinating with the treatment team
15. What is a major component of intervention planning? → Developing a structured approach with goals
16. Documentation of family pre-intervention meetings should include: → Topics covered, agreements made, concerns raised, and each participant's commitment level
17. What is the primary purpose of a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment in the referral process? → To identify the appropriate level of care based on the client's full clinical picture
18. When an intervention plan identifies co-occurring disorders, which approach is considered best practice? → Integrate simultaneous treatment for both disorders in the plan
19. Stimulant use disorder (cocaine, methamphetamine) is distinct from opioid use disorder in that: → There are currently no FDA-approved medications for stimulant use disorder
20. In the ARISE Intervention model, what distinguishes its clinical evaluation phase from the traditional Johnson Intervention model? → ARISE involves the identified patient in evaluation meetings from the start
21. ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) criteria are used in treatment planning to: → Determine the appropriate level of care for a client
22. Which of the following situations represents a mandatory reporting obligation that would override normal confidentiality protections for a CIP professional? → A client discloses ongoing abuse of a child in the household
23. What is a key component of effective client engagement? → Demonstrating empathy and active listening
24. Which ethical obligation does an interventionist have when a family member discloses that the client has been physically abusive? → Assess safety risks and modify the intervention plan accordingly
25. A 'psychological first aid' approach in crisis intervention emphasizes: → Stabilization, safety, and connection to support
26. A CIP's professional services agreement with the family should clearly define: → Scope of services, fees, payment terms, and what is NOT included in the CIP's role
27. Which type of program specifically targets adolescents with substance use disorders and requires school-appropriate scheduling? → Adolescent Partial Hospitalization or IOP programs with academic support
28. A CIP should document a client's refusal of treatment by recording: → The client's specific reasons for refusal, the family's response, and next steps planned
29. A CIP realizes mid-intervention that they lack the specialized knowledge to address a co-occurring trauma issue being disclosed. What should they do? → Acknowledge the limitation and refer the client to a trauma-specialized professional
30. Which principle guides the interventionist when deciding who should be included in the intervention team? → Include people who have influence over the client and are willing to follow the process