IC&RC Case Management & Continuing Care 2

Question 1

Which document formally authorizes a case manager to share a client's information with outside agencies?

Accepted Answer

A written release of information signed by the client

Answer

A written release of information signed by the client is required under confidentiality regulations (42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA) before sharing client information with outside parties.

Question 2

What is the PRIMARY purpose of an aftercare or continuing care plan?

Accepted Answer

To maintain treatment gains and support long-term recovery after formal treatment

Answer

The primary purpose of continuing care is to maintain treatment gains, reduce relapse risk, and support the client's long-term recovery journey.

Question 3

A client in recovery is experiencing housing instability. The case manager should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment and identify immediate housing resources

Answer

A thorough needs assessment followed by identification of immediate resources is the proper first step before implementing any intervention for housing instability.

Question 4

Which ASAM level of care provides 24-hour medically managed intensive inpatient services?

Accepted Answer

ASAM Level 4 (Medically Managed Intensive Inpatient)

Answer

ASAM Level 4 is medically managed intensive inpatient care, providing 24-hour physician and nursing services for clients with severe medical or psychiatric needs.

Question 5

In the context of case management, 'linkage' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The process of referring and actively connecting clients to needed community services

Answer

Linkage is the active process of connecting clients to community resources and services, which goes beyond a simple referral to ensure the client actually accesses the service.

(IC&RC) International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium Practice Test

(IC&RC) International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium Practice Test

IC&RC Case Management & Continuing Care 2