Question 1

Beginning family therapists often overemphasize and try and do too much. All the following are examples of overemphasis except:&#10;A) details&#10;B) verbal expression&#10;C) dealing with one member of the family&#10;D) establishing structure

Accepted Answer

Establishing structure is a fundamental aspect of family therapy, not an example of overemphasis. It helps to organize sessions and guide the therapeutic process effectively.

Question 2

A common problem of beginning family therapists is the tendency to ask more process questions than content questions.

Accepted Answer

Beginning family therapists often focus more on content questions, which are about the specifics of the situation, rather than process questions, which explore the dynamics and interactions within the family.

Question 3

In managed care systems, submitting written justification for treatment and comprehensive treatment plans is called:&#10;A) utilization review&#10;B) capitation&#10;C) fee for service&#10;D) care pathway guidelines

Accepted Answer

Utilization review is the process of submitting written justification for treatment and comprehensive treatment plans in managed care systems. This is done to ensure that the services being provided are necessary and appropriate for the patient's condition, and to control costs. Capitation refers to a payment model in which providers are paid a fixed amount per patient, regardless of the services provided. Fee for service is a payment model in which providers are paid for each service they provide. Care pathway guidelines refer to standardized protocols or plans of care that outline the necessary steps and interventions for a particular diagnosis or condition.

Question 4

Termination from treatment is often premature, with _____ of families dropping out before therapy is finished.&#10;A) 10% to 25%&#10;B) 20% to 40%&#10;C) 40% to 60%&#10;D) 60% to 65%

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that approximately 40% to 60% of families drop out of treatment before it is completed. This is a significant issue in mental health care, as premature termination can limit the effectiveness of therapy and lead to worse outcomes for clients. Efforts to improve treatment retention are an important area of focus for clinicians and researchers alike.

Question 5

One way therapists can inform families about the conditions under which therapy will occur is by using a(n):&#10;A) treatment plan&#10;B) paradox&#10;C) clinical note&#10;D) written professional disclosure statement&#10;Questions

Accepted Answer

A written professional disclosure statement outlines important information about therapy, including the conditions under which therapy will occur, confidentiality policies, and the therapist's qualifications and limitations. This document can be given to families before therapy begins to inform them about what to expect.

Question 6

Critical factors in the success of the first few sessions are:&#10;A) verbal and nonverbal behaviors&#10;B) structuring and supportive behaviors&#10;C) assessment and data collection&#10;D) orientation and summarization

Accepted Answer

Structuring and supportive behaviors are essential in the first few sessions to establish a sense of safety and trust between the client and therapist. This includes setting clear expectations for the therapeutic process, establishing boundaries, and demonstrating empathy and validation. While the other factors listed are important in therapy, they may not be as critical in the first few sessions as establishing a foundation of support and structure.

Question 7

In family therapy, establishing a sense of comfort and trust with the family is called:&#10;A) hypothesizing&#10;B) circular questioning&#10;C) joining&#10;D) engendering hope

Accepted Answer

Joining is the process of establishing a sense of comfort, trust, and rapport with the family. It involves actively listening, empathizing, and showing a genuine interest in the family's concerns and experiences. This is an important first step in family therapy, as it helps to create a safe and supportive environment where the family feels valued and validated. Hypothesizing involves generating hypotheses about the family's interactions and relationships, circular questioning involves asking questions that highlight patterns in the family's communication, and engendering hope involves building optimism and confidence about the family's ability to change. While these are all important aspects of family therapy, they are not specifically related to establishing trust and comfort with the family.

Question 8

Family therapy begins with the first session as opposed to the first few sessions.

Accepted Answer

Family therapy often involves an initial assessment phase that can span the first few sessions, where the therapist gets to know the family dynamics, individual roles, and the issues at hand before beginning targeted therapeutic interventions.

Question 9

Third party reimbursement for private practitioners has changed over time from a _____ health care system to a _____ health care system.&#10;A) managed care system; fee for service&#10;B) capitated; utilization review&#10;C) fee for service; managed care&#10;D) preferred provider organization (PPO); health maintenance organization (HMO)

Accepted Answer

Third party reimbursement for private practitioners has transitioned from a fee for service system, where providers are paid for each service provided, to a managed care system, where providers are paid a set amount for a patient's overall healthcare needs. This change was driven by rising healthcare costs and the need for cost containment. Managed care systems utilize techniques such as utilization review and capitation to manage costs and ensure that patients receive appropriate care. Preferred provider organizations (PPOs) and health maintenance organizations (HMOs) are types of managed care plans.

Question 10

Reframing can be used to give a positive and different interpretation to the family's resistance.

Accepted Answer

Reframing involves looking at difficult situations from a different perspective and can be used to give a positive spin on things. Therefore, it can be used to reframe the family's resistance in a more positive light.

Question 11

While being a family therapist can be stressful, it may also give therapists a greater appreciation of their own families.

Accepted Answer

The answer of While being a family therapist can be...

Question 12

A common problem of beginning family therapists is the tendency to try too hard to make everyone happy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A common problem of beginning family therapists...

Question 13

Involving peripheral members and pushing family members to make changes and breakthroughs is a characteristic of which phase of treatment?&#10;A) initial&#10;B) middle&#10;C) termination&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Involving peripheral members and pushing family members...

Question 14

Almost all families exhibit resistance of some kind during treatment. Which of the following is/are not an example(s) of resistance:&#10;A) hostility&#10;B) failure to do homework&#10;C) silence&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Almost all families exhibit resistance of some...

Question 15

SOLER is an acronym which describes effective interactive skills for therapists. In this acronym, the &#34;R&#34; stands for:&#10;A) relax and feel comfortable&#10;B) establish roles&#10;C) reframe&#10;D) respect the family

Accepted Answer

The answer of SOLER is an acronym which describes effective...

Deck 7: The Process of Family Therapy