Assessment & Diagnosis Flashcards

When assessing a client for domestic violence, which framework is commonly used to evaluate danger level?

Answer: Danger Assessment (DA) tool

The Danger Assessment tool, developed by Jacquelyn Campbell, helps predict the risk of lethal or near-lethal violence in intimate partner relationships.

What does the acronym PIE stand for in social work assessment?

Answer: Person-In-Environment

PIE (Person-In-Environment) is a classification system that describes clients' problems in social functioning and environmental factors.

Which of the following is the primary purpose of a genogram in social work assessment?

Answer: Visually representing family relationships and patterns across generations

A genogram is a graphic tool that maps family structure, relationships, and intergenerational patterns to inform assessment.

In risk assessment, the term 'protective factors' refers to:

Answer: Conditions that reduce the probability of negative outcomes

Protective factors are positive influences—such as social support, coping skills, or stable housing—that buffer against risk.

Which of the following best describes the difference between a formal and an informal social support network?

Answer: Formal supports include professional services; informal supports include family and friends

Formal supports refer to professional or agency-based services, while informal supports come from personal relationships such as family, friends, and neighbors.

The ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) questionnaire measures:

Answer: Exposure to childhood trauma and adversity

The ACE questionnaire assesses ten categories of childhood abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction linked to long-term health outcomes.