Question 1

What is the definition of transference?

Options :

A : Transference denotes when a client wants to work with a counselor who shares their culture.

B : Transference denotes when the client looks at the counselor as a parental figure.

C : Transference denotes when the client develops strong emotions about the counselor.

D : Transference denotes when the client desires a counselor with the same diagnosis they have.

Answer: B

Question 2

In family counseling, when a counselor attempts to help one family member become more assertive, the

counselor recognizes that

Options :

A : making one member more assertive will result in other family members becoming more assertive.

B : changing one family member's behavior will change the behavior of other family members.

C : assertiveness is a uniquely personal attribute not usually amenable to change through family counseling.

D : such a behavior change can be accomplished effectively only if the other family members concur that it

is a desirable change.

Answer: B

Question 3

Which of the following correlation coefficients represents a complete lack of linear relationship?

Options :

A : 0

B : #1.00

C : +1.00

D : Unable to determine

Answer: A

Question 4

A client comes to you for counseling because they identify with a gender that is not typically associated with

their sex at birth. This could be diagnosed as gender dysphoria. A counselor would only make this diagnosis if

Options :

A : The client was considering surgical reassignment.

B : The client exhibited a strong dislike for their anatomy.

C : The client showed a desire for the secondary sexual characteristics of another gender.

D : There was clinically significant distress.

Answer: D

Question 5

A client with a terminal illness discloses to their hospice counselor that they would like to discuss the option

of assisted suicide. Which of the following should the counselor do first?

Options :

A : Seek consultation or supervision from professional and legal parties.

B : Maintain confidentiality to protect the therapeutic relationship.

C : Inform the client's family immediately to discuss next steps.

D : Review palliative care medications.

Answer: A

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