Author Question: A client was underperforming at work recently, although for years his service was excellent. He made ... (Read 41 times)

vHAUNG6011 · **on:** Jun 19, 2018

A client was underperforming at work recently, although for years his service was excellent. He made a costly mistake, so his employer referred him for treatment.

He blames his employer for his being
there, saying she is having personal problems and is just taking it out
on him. Which term best describes his defense mechanism?
A. Rationalization
B. Projection
C. Repression
D. Involuntary reinforcement

Question 2

A client received a dishonorable discharge from military service due to a drug-related incident but did not experience legal problems at the time.

She was discharged five years ago, during which time she
divorced and lost custody of her child. In what part of taking her social
history would you ask about any previous withdrawal symptoms?
A. Military history
B. Legal history
C. Drinking and drug history
D. Current family and social relationship history