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crobinson2013

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Which of the following best describes why clients with dual diagnoses are difficult to diagnose?
 
  A) Nonhomogeneous, poor historians, and noncompliant
  B) Homogeneous group with good supports, but lack of finances
  C) Low social supports and self-esteem
  D) Lack of financial resources and social supports and poor historians

Question 2

Evaluation of the dually diagnosed client's progress is often a difficult process. Which of the following best describes the problem with this ongoing, ever-changing process?
 
  A) Clients often run out of money for treatment during this phase.
  B) Clients' families become burned out during this phase.
  C) Clients have a high potential for relapse and recidivism during this phase.
  D) Clients do not often continue to participate in treatment after detoxification.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Clients with a dual diagnosis are difficult to assess because they are not a homogenous group. In addition, clients often are poor historians and noncompliant during the assessment process. They may present for assessment on a voluntary basis because they desire help, they may be adjudicated by the court system to be evaluated prior to sentencing for a crime, or they may be referred by another health care professional to rule out the presence of a comorbid psychiatric disorder.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Evaluation of the client's progress is an ongoing process that can be challenging due to the potential for relapse or recidivism. Evaluation focuses on compliance by the client, the stated outcomes, the effectiveness of interventions, and the client's progress.



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