LCDC Clinical Evaluation 2

Question 1

During intake, a client minimizes their alcohol use. Which motivational technique helps explore this discrepancy?

Accepted Answer

Reflective listening with open-ended questions

Answer

Reflective listening with open-ended questions is a core motivational interviewing technique that helps clients explore and resolve ambivalence.

Question 2

The CAGE questionnaire screens specifically for problems related to:

Accepted Answer

Alcohol use

Answer

The CAGE is a four-question tool (Cut down, Annoyed, Guilty, Eye-opener) designed specifically to screen for alcohol problems.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'collateral information' in a clinical evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Data gathered from sources other than the client, such as family or records

Answer

Collateral information includes data from family members, medical records, probation officers, or other sources that supplements the client's self-report.

Question 4

A urine drug screen shows positive results for benzodiazepines, but the client denies use. The counselor should:

Accepted Answer

Discuss the result non-judgmentally and explore possible explanations

Answer

Discussing the result non-judgmentally preserves the therapeutic alliance and allows for exploration of prescribed medications or other explanations.

Question 5

Co-occurring disorders refer to the simultaneous presence of:

Accepted Answer

A substance use disorder and at least one mental health disorder

Answer

Co-occurring disorders (dual diagnosis) specifically describe the presence of both a substance use disorder and one or more mental health diagnoses.

LCDC - Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Practice Test

LCDC - Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Practice Test

LCDC Clinical Evaluation 2