NCMHCE Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

A counselor is developing a case conceptualization for a client presenting with panic disorder and agoraphobia. Which theoretical framework would MOST emphasize the role of catastrophic misinterpretation of bodily sensations?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive model of panic

Answer

Clark's cognitive model of panic specifically identifies catastrophic misinterpretation of bodily sensations as the central maintaining factor in panic disorder.

Question 2

According to the ACA Code of Ethics, when a counselor determines they cannot be of professional assistance to a client, which action is REQUIRED?

Accepted Answer

Terminate the relationship and provide appropriate referrals

Answer

The ACA Code of Ethics requires counselors to avoid entering or continuing relationships where they cannot be of professional assistance, and to provide appropriate referrals.

Question 3

Which research design is MOST appropriate for determining whether a specific counseling intervention causes improvement in client outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Randomized controlled trial

Answer

Randomized controlled trials are the gold standard for establishing causal relationships between interventions and outcomes.

Question 4

A client who is a military veteran presents with emotional numbness, difficulty trusting others, and avoidance of crowds. Before diagnosing PTSD, what additional assessment information is MOST important to obtain?

Accepted Answer

Combat exposure history and specific traumatic events

Answer

PTSD diagnosis requires identification of a specific traumatic event (Criterion A), making combat exposure history essential for determining whether diagnostic criteria are met.

Question 5

When calculating statistical significance in counseling research, a p-value of 0.03 indicates which of the following?

Accepted Answer

There is a 3% probability that the observed results occurred by chance

Answer

A p-value of 0.03 means there is a 3% probability that the observed results would occur if the null hypothesis were true.

NCMHCE - National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination Practice Test

NCMHCE - National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination Practice Test

NCMHCE Questions and Answers 2