CMH Client Evaluation & Induction 2

Question 1

Which contraindication typically requires a physician referral before proceeding with hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

Active psychosis

Answer

Active psychosis is a primary contraindication because hypnosis could exacerbate delusional thinking or hallucinations.

Question 2

During a pre-hypnosis intake, a client reports taking benzodiazepines. The hypnotist should:

Accepted Answer

Note it and consider that it may affect depth of trance

Answer

Benzodiazepines can affect trance depth and responsiveness, so the hypnotist documents this and adjusts expectations accordingly.

Question 3

A suggestibility test in which the client stands with eyes closed and the hypnotist suggests they are falling backward is called the:

Accepted Answer

Postural sway test

Answer

The postural sway test uses a standing balance challenge to gauge physical suggestibility before formal induction.

Question 4

What does a high score on the Hypnotic Induction Profile (HIP) primarily indicate?

Accepted Answer

High hypnotic talent and eye-roll ability

Answer

The HIP, developed by Herbert Spiegel, uses the eye-roll sign as a biological marker of hypnotic capacity.

Question 5

When evaluating a new client, the MAIN purpose of the pre-talk is to:

Accepted Answer

Dispel myths and reduce fear about hypnosis

Answer

The pre-talk corrects misconceptions, addresses fears, and builds rapport, which significantly improves hypnotic responsiveness.

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