EMDR Clinical Application & Case Management 3

Question 1

When using the cognitive interweave technique, the clinician's goal is to:

Accepted Answer

Jumpstart blocked processing by introducing information linked to the three domains of responsibility, safety, and choices

Answer

The cognitive interweave addresses blocking in processing by offering targeted statements or questions in the domains of responsibility, safety, or choices/control.

Question 2

A child client (age 8) is beginning EMDR. Which adaptation is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use shorter processing sets, developmentally appropriate language, and incorporate play or art

Answer

Child EMDR adaptations include shorter BLS sets, child-friendly explanations, and integration of expressive modalities to match developmental level.

Question 3

A client processes a traumatic memory to SUD=0 and VOC=7, but during the body scan notices persistent chest tightness. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Residual trauma material remains and BLS should continue until somatic disturbance resolves

Answer

A positive body scan requires the absence of somatic disturbance; persistent tightness signals that additional processing is needed.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'looping' in EMDR?

Accepted Answer

The client repeatedly returns to the same disturbing material without reduction in SUD

Answer

Looping refers to processing that cycles without progress, often requiring the clinician to use a cognitive interweave or change the approach.

Question 5

A client who experienced childhood emotional neglect rather than a discrete traumatic event presents for EMDR. The most appropriate initial focus is:

Accepted Answer

Identify the earliest or most representative memory of the neglect experience as the target

Answer

For chronic or developmental trauma, EMDR targets representative or earliest memories that embody the maladaptive belief network formed by the neglect.

(EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Practice Test

(EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Practice Test

EMDR Clinical Application & Case Management 3