Deck 8: Strengths-Based Direct Practice Documentation

Question 1

Documentation should prominently indicate client strengths.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Practitioners should remember that clients do not have the right to view their records and should record information in a manner that consistently upholds the dignity of the client.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Documentation can provide both practitioners and clients with opportunities to reflect on their strengths and determine areas for growth.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Apart from legal requirements surrounding client records, keeping current, accurate, and sufficient documentation offers advantages to all parties involved.

Question 5

Client records typically consist of which of the following:

A)Written assessment.
B)Diagnoses.
C)Written treatment plan that identifies goals and objectives.
D)Progress notes that summarize the significant discussions and activities that occurred in sessions, as well as interventions employed.
E)Evaluation tools used.
F)Personal opinion of supervisor.
G)Records of significant communications such as phone conversations.
H)Accurate balance sheet of services rendered and fees that have been paid.

Question 6

Which of the statements is consistent with the NASW Code of Ethics regarding documentation?

A)Documents the services provided in an accurate and valid format.
B)Be done in a timely manner and in sufficient detail to facilitate continuity of care.
C)Includes all information that is both relevant and irrelevant.
D)Doesn't violate client privacy unnecessarily.

Question 7

What should treatment plans include?

A)Client's long-term goals.
B)Client's short-term goals.
C)Worker's feelings regarding client success.
D)The specific actions that will lead to goal achievement.
E)How progress will be measured and expected time lines for goal attainment.

Question 8

Please describe a situation where improper documentation can be detrimental to clients.How would you prevent that from happening?

Question 9

What are some benefits for social workers to properly maintain client records?

Question 10

What are progress notes?