CRC Assessment & Goal Setting 3

Question 1

When assessing a client's stage of change, which behavior most indicates the 'preparation' stage?

Accepted Answer

Client is gathering information and making small changes

Answer

In the preparation stage, individuals acknowledge the problem, intend to act, and begin taking small preparatory steps toward change.

Question 2

A recovery coach uses the SMART goal framework. What does the 'R' in SMART stand for?

Accepted Answer

Both A and B are accepted interpretations

Answer

In different versions of the SMART framework, 'R' can stand for Realistic or Relevant — both are commonly accepted interpretations used in recovery coaching.

Question 3

Which assessment domain is MOST important to explore when a client has a co-occurring mental health condition alongside substance use disorder?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatric symptom severity and treatment history

Answer

Understanding psychiatric symptom severity and treatment history is critical for coordinating care and setting realistic recovery goals for clients with co-occurring disorders.

Question 4

A client says, 'I want to get my kids back.' How should the coach use this statement during goal setting?

Accepted Answer

Use it as a motivational anchor to connect recovery goals to what matters most to the client

Answer

Personal values and desires like reuniting with family are powerful intrinsic motivators that coaches can link to recovery-focused goals.

Question 5

The DAST-10 assessment tool is designed to screen for:

Accepted Answer

Drug use severity

Answer

The Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST-10) is a validated 10-item tool used to assess the severity of drug use problems.

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test

CRC Assessment & Goal Setting 3