RP Patient Assessment and Evaluation 2

Question 1

Which assessment tool is specifically designed to screen for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults?

Accepted Answer

PCL-5 (PTSD Checklist for DSM-5)

Answer

The PCL-5 is a 20-item self-report measure that assesses DSM-5 PTSD symptoms and is widely used in clinical settings.

Question 2

A client presents with persistent sadness, anhedonia, and sleep disturbances lasting three weeks. Before diagnosing Major Depressive Disorder, the therapist should first rule out:

Accepted Answer

General medical conditions and substance use

Answer

DSM-5 requires ruling out physiological effects of a substance or another medical condition before diagnosing MDD.

Question 3

The Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) is best used to assess:

Accepted Answer

The intensity and lethality of suicidal ideation and behavior

Answer

The C-SSRS categorizes suicidal ideation intensity and behavior history to guide clinical risk stratification.

Question 4

When conducting a mental status examination (MSE), 'insight' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The client's understanding of their illness and its impact

Answer

Insight in the MSE measures the degree to which a client recognizes they have a mental health condition and understands its nature.

Question 5

A psychotherapist notices a client's affect is constricted and mood is dysphoric during assessment. 'Constricted affect' means:

Accepted Answer

Emotional expression that is limited in range and intensity

Answer

Constricted affect refers to a reduction in the range of emotional expression, though some variation remains present.

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RP Patient Assessment and Evaluation 2