CRC Assessment & Goal Setting 2

Question 1

When using motivational interviewing during an initial assessment, which technique best helps a client explore ambivalence about recovery?

Accepted Answer

Reflective listening and open-ended questions

Answer

Reflective listening and open-ended questions help clients explore their own ambivalence without feeling judged or pressured.

Question 2

A client in early recovery states their goal is to 'be healthier.' How should the coach respond?

Accepted Answer

Help the client break it into specific, measurable sub-goals

Answer

Coaches help clients transform broad aspirations into specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.

Question 3

Which assessment tool is commonly used to evaluate the severity of alcohol use disorder?

Accepted Answer

AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test)

Answer

The AUDIT is a validated 10-item screening tool developed by the WHO specifically to assess alcohol use disorder severity.

Question 4

During goal setting, a client expresses fear of failure. The most appropriate coaching response is to:

Accepted Answer

Explore the client's past successes and strengths

Answer

Exploring past successes and strengths builds self-efficacy and helps the client see they have the capacity to achieve goals.

Question 5

The primary purpose of a strengths-based assessment in recovery coaching is to:

Accepted Answer

Identify internal and external resources the client can leverage

Answer

Strengths-based assessments focus on identifying assets, abilities, and supports that can be mobilized to support recovery.

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