Social Work Assessment & Diagnosis

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a biopsychosocial assessment in social work?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive evaluation of biological, psychological, and social factors

Answer

A medical chart review only

Answer

A psychological testing battery

Answer

A financial needs assessment

Question 2

The Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) scale measures:

Accepted Answer

Overall psychological, social, and occupational functioning

Answer

Cognitive ability

Answer

Physical health status

Answer

Cultural competency

Question 3

In the DSM-5, which disorder is characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, and at least five symptoms lasting two weeks?

Accepted Answer

Major Depressive Disorder

Answer

Bipolar I Disorder

Answer

Persistent Depressive Disorder

Answer

Cyclothymic Disorder

Question 4

A social worker conducting a mental status examination would assess all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Family income level

Answer

Appearance and behavior

Answer

Thought process and content

Answer

Orientation and memory

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Assess the severity and frequency of suicidal ideation and behavior

Answer

Diagnose depression

Answer

Screen for substance abuse

Answer

Evaluate cognitive impairment

Question 6

Which assessment tool is commonly used to screen for alcohol use disorder in adults?

Accepted Answer

AUDIT

Answer

PHQ-9

Answer

CAGE

Answer

PCL-5