Question 1

Of the many chronic illnesses in the United States, which is often considered #1?

Accepted Answer

Heart disease is often considered the #1 chronic illness in the United States due to its prevalence and status as the leading cause of death for both men and women.

Question 2

What are two therapies that social workers can use in working with persons with chronic illnesses?

Accepted Answer

Problem-solving therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy are commonly used by social workers to help individuals with chronic illnesses manage their conditions and improve their quality of life.

Question 3

What are the two theories/perspectives that guide social workers in working with persons with chronic disease?

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment is said to inform what type of interventions?

Accepted Answer

Biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment informs evidence-based interventions by considering biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors, which are essential for developing comprehensive and effective treatment plans.

Question 5

Which of the following tasks are completed through the assessment process?

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Question 6

What are the four theories that inform a typical biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment?

Accepted Answer

The four theories that inform a typical biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment are strengths, ecological, lifespan, and development theory. These theories collectively provide a comprehensive framework for understanding an individual's behavior and experiences by considering their strengths, environmental interactions, stages of life, and developmental processes.

Question 7

There are ten factors that inform any biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment. What are the first five factors?

Accepted Answer

The first five factors in a biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment typically include aspects that cover a broad range of an individual's life, such as health, family dynamics, developmental stages, diversity (cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, etc.), and the support system available to the person. These factors are essential in understanding the holistic view of an individual's situation.

Question 8

Name the NASW standard that is most relevant for social work practice in cultural settings.

Accepted Answer

Cultural competence is the NASW standard that directly addresses the ability to work effectively in cultural settings by understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds.

Question 9

One step a social work must perform prior to selecting an intervention is to conduct a comprehensive biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment.

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment is crucial for understanding the client's unique situation, strengths, and needs, which informs the selection of the most appropriate intervention.

Question 10

Transference is the potential to bring past relationships into current relationships.

Accepted Answer

Transference refers to the process of projecting feelings, expectations, and patterns of behavior from past relationships onto current ones, often unconsciously.

Question 11

Two ethical principles for patient care noted by the NASW are competence and responsibility.

Accepted Answer

The NASW (National Association of Social Workers) Code of Ethics emphasizes principles like service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence, but not specifically "responsibility" as a standalone principle.

Question 12

The Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services Standards outline 15 standards that have been divided into two separate categories: Mandates and Guidelines.

Accepted Answer

The Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards are divided into three themes: Governance, Leadership, and Workforce; Communication and Language Assistance; and Engagement, Continuous Improvement, and Accountability, not just Mandates and Guidelines.

Question 13

Social work policy advocacy can happen at the organizational level; legislative and community levels; and the federal, state, and county levels.

Accepted Answer

Social work policy advocacy occurs across various levels including organizational, legislative, community, federal, state, and county levels, aiming to influence policies and practices for social improvement.

Question 14

In their capacity as policy advocates, social workers are unable to bring salience of issues about chronic disease to the attention of community members and leaders due to conflict to interest.

Accepted Answer

Social workers, in their role as policy advocates, are often involved in raising awareness about various issues, including chronic diseases, among community members and leaders. They are trained to navigate potential conflicts of interest and work towards the welfare of the community.

Question 15

The role of social work has been magnified with integrated health care/behavioral health care models across the United States.

Accepted Answer

Social work plays a crucial role in integrated health care/behavioral health care models by addressing both the psychological and social determinants of health, thus enhancing the holistic care of individuals across the United States.

Question 16

Despite medical advances, there is an overwhelming increase in the number of children being diagnosed with diabetes.

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Question 17

Ecological perspective is used to recognize the myriad of systems through which a patient must manage illness.

Accepted Answer

The ecological perspective in healthcare focuses on understanding how various systems (biological, social, environmental) interact and affect an individual's health and illness management.

Question 18

When using the life course theory lens in disease management, what should a social worker pay particular attention to?

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Question 19

What three tasks are completed during the intervention phase when meeting with an interdisciplinary team?

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Question 20

Identify and define the four ethical principles of patient care as outlined by the NASW.

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