NR605 Week 4: Midterm Exam

Question 1
What is the primary goal during the first session of therapy?

• A. determining a psychiatric diagnosis

• B. discussion of session frequency

• C. establishing the therapeutic alliance ✅

• D. completing a mental status exam

Question 2
Which provider action best assists in building the therapeutic alliance?

• A. the client uses slang during session; the therapist avoids using slang terms to maintain professionalism

• B. the client has not completed assigned homework; the therapist does not question the client about it

• C. a client visibly tenses each time the therapist leans forward; the therapist begins sitting back in their chair ✅

• D. a therapist is running behind schedule and places a note in the waiting room to inform the client of the delay

Question 74
A client who has been in therapy for several months begins to become argumentative and defensive during sessions. The therapist responds to the client with empathy and support. Which expressive psychotherapy technique is the therapist employing?

• A. countertransference

• B. desensitization

• C. counterconditioning ✅

• D. transference

Question 75
A therapist is conducting a SAFE-T assessment for a client. Which of the following is an external protective factor?

• A. high tolerance to frustration

• B. no family history of suicide

• C. having two pet cats ✅

• D. praying daily