Question 1

A primary diagnostic technique for identifying seizure disorders is the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  EEG 
B)  DOT 
C)  GSR 
D)  ERP 
A)  EEG 
B)  DOT 
C)  GSR 
D)  ERP

Question 2

The DSM-IV is based on a multiaxial system.Explain the content of each axis and its contribution to understanding the patient.

Accepted Answer

The five components of the DSM-IV listed

Question 3

When a diagnosis tells the clinician what is likely to happen and possibly predict the course of the disorder and the likely effect of one treatment or another,the diagnosis has

Accepted Answer

A)  construct validity. 
B)  predictive validity 
C)  content validity. 
D)  none of the above 
A)  construct validity. 
B)  predictive validity 
C)  content validity. 
D)  none of the above

Question 4

An observation that involves identifying specific behaviors that are observable and measurable is called a(n)_______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  informal observation 
B)  formal observation 
C)  unstructured observation 
D)  self-observation 
A)  informal observation 
B)  formal observation 
C)  unstructured observation 
D)  self-observation

Question 5

The process of clinical assessment is psychopathology has been equated to using a _________
To determine the source of the problem.

Accepted Answer

A)  funnel 
B)  hose 
C)  bucket 
D)  plow 
A)  funnel 
B)  hose 
C)  bucket 
D)  plow

Question 6

The calculation of an IQ,previously done by using a child's mental age,is now done by using a deviation IQ.This means that the child's score is compared to the scores of others

Accepted Answer

A)  of the same age. 
B)  in the same grade. 
C)  who took the test at the same time. 
D)  with the same level of intelligence. 
A)  of the same age. 
B)  in the same grade. 
C)  who took the test at the same time. 
D)  with the same level of intelligence.

Question 7

Most of the "psychological tests" in popular magazines are _____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  reliable 
B)  valid 
C)  for entertainment only 
D)  informative and educational 
A)  reliable 
B)  valid 
C)  for entertainment only 
D)  informative and educational

Question 8

The crucial test as to whether a diagnostic system has a high degree of validity is that it should result in

Accepted Answer

A)  an effective treatment plan. 
B)  all clinicians reaching the same diagnosis for the patient. 
C)  the accurate diagnostic label for the patient. 
D)  the same diagnostic label regardless of when the patient is evaluated. 
A)  an effective treatment plan. 
B)  all clinicians reaching the same diagnosis for the patient. 
C)  the accurate diagnostic label for the patient. 
D)  the same diagnostic label regardless of when the patient is evaluated.

Question 9

The process of determining whether an individual's symptoms meet the criteria for a specific psychological disorder is called _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  prognosis 
B)  diagnosis 
C)  classification 
D)  analysis 
A)  prognosis 
B)  diagnosis 
C)  classification 
D)  analysis

Question 10

The MMPI is a notable measurement instrument because it

Accepted Answer

A)  has been shown to be valid with a range of psychological problems. 
B)  relies on subjective interpretations of patterns. 
C)  is short and easy to administer. 
D)  is the oldest test measure developed. 
A)  has been shown to be valid with a range of psychological problems. 
B)  relies on subjective interpretations of patterns. 
C)  is short and easy to administer. 
D)  is the oldest test measure developed.

Question 11

In a clinical interview,the law regarding "privileged communication" does NOT apply if the patient

Accepted Answer

A)  threatens self-harm or harm to another person. 
B)  relates a history of sexual abuse. 
C)  has been mentally ill for more than five years. 
D)  is hospitalized in a psychiatric facility. 
A)  threatens self-harm or harm to another person. 
B)  relates a history of sexual abuse. 
C)  has been mentally ill for more than five years. 
D)  is hospitalized in a psychiatric facility.

Question 12

Identifying certain essential characteristics of an entity while allowing for nonessential variations that don't change is considered a(n)____________ approach to understanding psychopathology.

Accepted Answer

A)  idiographic 
B)  nomothetic 
C)  dimensional 
D)  prototypical 
A)  idiographic 
B)  nomothetic 
C)  dimensional 
D)  prototypical

Question 13

Binet,in an attempt to predict which children would succeed in school,developed

Accepted Answer

A)  a sentence completion test. 
B)  an intelligence test based on an intelligence quotient. 
C)  an intelligence test based on deviation IQS. 
D)  achievement testing. 
A)  a sentence completion test. 
B)  an intelligence test based on an intelligence quotient. 
C)  an intelligence test based on deviation IQS. 
D)  achievement testing.

Question 14

One of the important changes from DSM-III-R to DSM-IV reflects our greater understanding of the multiple causes and influences on various mental states and disorders.This change is

Accepted Answer

A)  less distinction between organically (physically) caused and psychologically based disorders in DSM-IV. 
B)  more distinction between organically (physically) caused and psychologically based disorders in DSM-IV. 
C)  more distinction between neurosis and psychosis in DSM-IV. 
D)  less emphasis on the types of treatment that might be appropriate for each disorder in DSM-IV. 
A)  less distinction between organically (physically) caused and psychologically based disorders in DSM-IV. 
B)  more distinction between organically (physically) caused and psychologically based disorders in DSM-IV. 
C)  more distinction between neurosis and psychosis in DSM-IV. 
D)  less emphasis on the types of treatment that might be appropriate for each disorder in DSM-IV.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic concepts that help determine the value of a psychological assessment procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reliability 
B)  Subjectivity 
C)  Validity 
D)  Standardization 
A)  Reliability 
B)  Subjectivity 
C)  Validity 
D)  Standardization

Question 16

If you wished to look for possible damage in a client's brain,which technique would be appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Neuropsychological testing 
B)  PET scan 
C)  Autopsy 
D)  All of these 
A)  Neuropsychological testing 
B)  PET scan 
C)  Autopsy 
D)  All of these

Question 17

In regard to a mental status exam,which of the following questions is NOT related to the concept of sensorium?

Accepted Answer

A)  What is today's date? 
B)  Where are you? 
C)  Who are you? 
D)  How old are you? 
A)  What is today's date? 
B)  Where are you? 
C)  Who are you? 
D)  How old are you?

Question 18

A clinical interview should be based on information from the client's ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  past life 
B)  family history 
C)  current life 
D)  all of the above 
A)  past life 
B)  family history 
C)  current life 
D)  all of the above

Question 19

Behavioral assessments are used to formally assess an individual's thoughts,feelings,and behavior in ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  general 
B)  context 
C)  the abstract 
D)  theory 
A)  general 
B)  context 
C)  the abstract 
D)  theory

Question 20

The CAT scan neuroimaging technique

Accepted Answer

A)  uses x-rays to portray brain structures. 
B)  uses magnetic fields to portray brain structures. 
C)  follows tracer elements in the nervous system. 
D)  uses magnetic fields to portray brain functions. 
E)  studies brains of domestic felines. 
A)  uses x-rays to portray brain structures. 
B)  uses magnetic fields to portray brain structures. 
C)  follows tracer elements in the nervous system. 
D)  uses magnetic fields to portray brain functions. 
E)  studies brains of domestic felines.

A primary diagnostic technique for identifying seizure disorders is the ________.

The DSM-IV is based on a multiaxial system.Explain the content of each axis and its contribution to understanding the patient.

When a diagnosis tells the clinician what is likely to happen and possibly predict the course of the disorder and the likely effect of one treatment or another,the diagnosis has

An observation that involves identifying specific behaviors that are observable and measurable is called a(n)_______________.

The process of clinical assessment is psychopathology has been equated to using a _________ To determine the source of the problem.

The calculation of an IQ,previously done by using a child's mental age,is now done by using a deviation IQ.This means that the child's score is compared to the scores of others

Most of the "psychological tests" in popular magazines are _____________________.

The crucial test as to whether a diagnostic system has a high degree of validity is that it should result in

The process of determining whether an individual's symptoms meet the criteria for a specific psychological disorder is called _____________.

The MMPI is a notable measurement instrument because it

In a clinical interview,the law regarding "privileged communication" does NOT apply if the patient

Identifying certain essential characteristics of an entity while allowing for nonessential variations that don't change is considered a(n)____________ approach to understanding psychopathology.

Binet,in an attempt to predict which children would succeed in school,developed

One of the important changes from DSM-III-R to DSM-IV reflects our greater understanding of the multiple causes and influences on various mental states and disorders.This change is

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic concepts that help determine the value of a psychological assessment procedure?

If you wished to look for possible damage in a client's brain,which technique would be appropriate?

In regard to a mental status exam,which of the following questions is NOT related to the concept of sensorium?

A clinical interview should be based on information from the client's ___________.

Behavioral assessments are used to formally assess an individual's thoughts,feelings,and behavior in ____________.

The CAT scan neuroimaging technique

Abnormal Behavior In Historical Context

N Integrative Approach To Psychopathology

Research Methods

Anxiety Disorders

Somatoform And Dissociative Disorders

Mood Disorders And Suicide

Eating And Sleep Disorders

Physical Disorders And Health Psychology

Sexual And Gender Identity Disorders

Substance-related And Impulse-control Disorders

Personality Disorders

Schizophrenia And Other Psychotic Disorders

Developmental Disorders

Cognitive Disorders

Mental Health Services: Legal And Ethical Issues

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Exam 3: Clinical Assessment And Diagnosis

A primary diagnostic technique for identifying seizure disorders is the ________.

The DSM-IV is based on a multiaxial system.Explain the content of each axis and its contribution to understanding the patient.

When a diagnosis tells the clinician what is likely to happen and possibly predict the course of the disorder and the likely effect of one treatment or another,the diagnosis has

An observation that involves identifying specific behaviors that are observable and measurable is called a(n)_______________.

The process of clinical assessment is psychopathology has been equated to using a _________ To determine the source of the problem.

The calculation of an IQ,previously done by using a child's mental age,is now done by using a deviation IQ.This means that the child's score is compared to the scores of others

Most of the "psychological tests" in popular magazines are _____________________.

The crucial test as to whether a diagnostic system has a high degree of validity is that it should result in

The process of determining whether an individual's symptoms meet the criteria for a specific psychological disorder is called _____________.

The MMPI is a notable measurement instrument because it

In a clinical interview,the law regarding "privileged communication" does NOT apply if the patient

Identifying certain essential characteristics of an entity while allowing for nonessential variations that don't change is considered a(n)____________ approach to understanding psychopathology.

Binet,in an attempt to predict which children would succeed in school,developed

One of the important changes from DSM-III-R to DSM-IV reflects our greater understanding of the multiple causes and influences on various mental states and disorders.This change is

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic concepts that help determine the value of a psychological assessment procedure?

If you wished to look for possible damage in a client's brain,which technique would be appropriate?

In regard to a mental status exam,which of the following questions is NOT related to the concept of sensorium?

A clinical interview should be based on information from the client's ___________.

Behavioral assessments are used to formally assess an individual's thoughts,feelings,and behavior in ____________.

The CAT scan neuroimaging technique

Abnormal Behavior In Historical Context

N Integrative Approach To Psychopathology

Research Methods

Anxiety Disorders

Somatoform And Dissociative Disorders

Mood Disorders And Suicide

Eating And Sleep Disorders

Physical Disorders And Health Psychology

Sexual And Gender Identity Disorders

Substance-related And Impulse-control Disorders

Personality Disorders

Schizophrenia And Other Psychotic Disorders

Developmental Disorders

Cognitive Disorders

Mental Health Services: Legal And Ethical Issues

Filters