Question 1

Interviews are often used to gather information in order to:

Accepted Answer

A)  make a diagnosis 
B)  define the problem 
C)  set goals 
D)  all of the above 
A)  make a diagnosis 
B)  define the problem 
C)  set goals 
D)  all of the above

Question 2

In wording a question, the psychologist must be careful not to:

Accepted Answer

A)  ask about difficult issues such as suicide as this may enhance the likelihood or suicidal behavior 
B)  ask leading questions as this may put words in the clients mouth 
C)  persist with a line of questioning 
D)  ask the client to elaborate or explain responses because it should be clear from the initial response 
A)  ask about difficult issues such as suicide as this may enhance the likelihood or suicidal behavior 
B)  ask leading questions as this may put words in the clients mouth 
C)  persist with a line of questioning 
D)  ask the client to elaborate or explain responses because it should be clear from the initial response

Question 3

All of the following are possible challenges in interviewing couples except:

Accepted Answer

A)  a power differential between the couple 
B)  reluctance from one partner to engage in discussion 
C)  possible partner abuse 
D)  all of the above are possible challenges 
A)  a power differential between the couple 
B)  reluctance from one partner to engage in discussion 
C)  possible partner abuse 
D)  all of the above are possible challenges

Question 4

When working with a client who displays cognitive impairment, it is important that:

Accepted Answer

A)  the client understand the purpose of psychological services as best as is possible 
B)  the impaired person provide a verbal assent to procedures 
C)  consent be obtained from the person with legal authority for the client 
D)  all of the above 
A)  the client understand the purpose of psychological services as best as is possible 
B)  the impaired person provide a verbal assent to procedures 
C)  consent be obtained from the person with legal authority for the client 
D)  all of the above

Question 5

Gathering a clear definition of the presenting problem is important for the psychologist in order to:

Accepted Answer

A)  determine if the behaviors that are presenting are within the normal range or are unusual 
B)  formulate concrete goals to work toward 
C)  determine whether psychological services may be helpful 
D)  all of the above 
A)  determine if the behaviors that are presenting are within the normal range or are unusual 
B)  formulate concrete goals to work toward 
C)  determine whether psychological services may be helpful 
D)  all of the above

Question 6

A father describes his child as hyperactive. As the psychologist you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  accept the fathers diagnosis. Clearly they have been to another professional previously 
B)  ask questions about the behavior. Diagnostic labels are sometimes used in everyday conversation 
C)  dismiss the use of any words that have made their way into mainstream lingo 
D)  None of the above 
A)  accept the fathers diagnosis. Clearly they have been to another professional previously 
B)  ask questions about the behavior. Diagnostic labels are sometimes used in everyday conversation 
C)  dismiss the use of any words that have made their way into mainstream lingo 
D)  None of the above

Question 7

Older adults primarily seek psychological services for:

Accepted Answer

A)  emotional issues 
B)  cognitive issues 
C)  behavioral issues 
D)  all of the above 
A)  emotional issues 
B)  cognitive issues 
C)  behavioral issues 
D)  all of the above

Question 8

A victim of violence may experience:

Accepted Answer

A)  feelings of shame, fear, self-doubt, and anger among other intense emotions 
B)  feelings of numbness and avoidance 
C)  fear over the repercussions of talking about the violence 
D)  all of the above 
A)  feelings of shame, fear, self-doubt, and anger among other intense emotions 
B)  feelings of numbness and avoidance 
C)  fear over the repercussions of talking about the violence 
D)  all of the above

Question 9

In being aware of cultural blind spots that a psychologist may encounter, s/he should remember:

Accepted Answer

A)  not to assume that communication styles are universal 
B)  maintaining eye contact for too long may be perceived as intimidating in some cultures 
C)  avoid jumping to conclusions about the meaning of a behavior displayed 
D)  all of the above 
A)  not to assume that communication styles are universal 
B)  maintaining eye contact for too long may be perceived as intimidating in some cultures 
C)  avoid jumping to conclusions about the meaning of a behavior displayed 
D)  all of the above

Question 10

When a client is disclosing painful, frightening, or embarrassing experiences they have had

Accepted Answer

A)  it is best to remain silent and to not show much in the way of facial expressions 
B)  it is essential to listen respectfully and non-judgmentally and provide support for the client 
C)  it is normal and okay to be judgmental 
D)  None of the above 
A)  it is best to remain silent and to not show much in the way of facial expressions 
B)  it is essential to listen respectfully and non-judgmentally and provide support for the client 
C)  it is normal and okay to be judgmental 
D)  None of the above

Interviews are often used to gather information in order to:

In wording a question, the psychologist must be careful not to:

All of the following are possible challenges in interviewing couples except:

When working with a client who displays cognitive impairment, it is important that:

Gathering a clear definition of the presenting problem is important for the psychologist in order to:

A father describes his child as hyperactive. As the psychologist you should:

Older adults primarily seek psychological services for:

A victim of violence may experience:

In being aware of cultural blind spots that a psychologist may encounter, s/he should remember:

When a client is disclosing painful, frightening, or embarrassing experiences they have had

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Exam 6: Assessment: Interviewing and Observation

Interviews are often used to gather information in order to:

In wording a question, the psychologist must be careful not to:

All of the following are possible challenges in interviewing couples except:

When working with a client who displays cognitive impairment, it is important that:

Gathering a clear definition of the presenting problem is important for the psychologist in order to:

A father describes his child as hyperactive. As the psychologist you should:

Older adults primarily seek psychological services for:

A victim of violence may experience:

In being aware of cultural blind spots that a psychologist may encounter, s/he should remember:

When a client is disclosing painful, frightening, or embarrassing experiences they have had

Evolution of Clinical Psychology

Contemporary Clinical Psychology

Classification and Diagnosis

Research Methods in Clinical Psychology

Assessment: Overview

Assessment: Intellectual and Cognitive Measures

Assessment: Self-Report and Projective Measures

Assessment: Integration and Clinical Decision-Making

Prevention

Intervention: Overview

Intervention: Adults and Couples

Intervention: Children and Adolescents

Intervention: Identifying Key Elements of Change

Health Psychology: Clinical Neuropsychology, and Forensic Psychology

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