Question 1

Neuropsychological tests are used to assess whether or not an individual might .

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A)   suffer from a dissociative disorder
B)   have a brain dysfunction
C)   have had a psychotic episode
D)   be in a depressed stateE) C) and D)
F) None of the above B

Question 2

The MMPI-2 differs from earlier versions of the MMPI because it

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A)   is shorter.
B)   was normed on a much more diverse sample.
C)   is less reliable.
D)   is normed on a much more selective sample.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 3

One important advantage of using a classification and diagnostic system like DSM-5 is that knowing a patient's diagnosis

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A)   helps the therapist to develop a treatment plan and prognosis.
B)   allows patients to fully participate in their own treatment.
C)   permits the insurance company to have access to patients' records.
D)   allows the therapist to see the patient as an individual.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

According to the textbook, assessment of psychophysiological response to emotional stimuli is important in treating all of the following EXCEPT _.

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A)   sexual dysfunctions
B)   posttraumatic stress disorder
C)   hypertension
D)   cancerE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

In terms of psychological assessment, which of the following describes the concept of validity?

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A)   Two or more "raters" get the same answers
B)   An assessment technique is consistent across different measures
C)   Scores are used as a norm for comparison purposes
D)   An assessment technique measures what it is designed to measureE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

A measurement which is consistent is considered to be .

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A)   valid
B)   reliable
C)   standardized
D)   accurateE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic concepts that help determine the value of a psychological assessment procedure?

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A)   Reliability
B)   Subjectivity
C)   Validity
D)   StandardizationE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

A mental status exam covers all of the following categories EXCEPT .

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A)   intellectual functioning
B)   appearance
C)   behavior
D)   physical symptomsE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 9

Which of the following describes a personality inventory?

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A)   Determines the possible contribution of brain damage to the person's condition
B)   Uses imaging to assess brain structure and/or function
C)   Involves self-report questionnaires that assess individual traits
D)   Ascertains the structure and patterns of cognitionE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Although abnormalities in the structure and functioning of the brain can be detected by neuroimaging techniques, current research is also looking at

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A)   a possible association of these abnormalities with psychological disorders.
B)   using brain-imaging techniques as a treatment for psychological disorders.
C)   preventing psychological disorders with neuroimaging techniques.
D)   changing brain functioning from abnormal to normal.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 11

The systematic evaluation and measurement of psychological, biological, and social factors in a person with a possible mental disorder is known as clinical .

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A)   assessment
B)   interpretation
C)   validation
D)   standardizationE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders is a publication of the

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A)   American Psychological Association.
B)   International Association of Psychologists.
C)   American Psychiatric Association.
D)   National Institutes of Mental Health.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Behavioral assessments are used to formally assess an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behavior in ____________.

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A)   general
B)   context
C)   the abstract
D)   theoryE) B) and C)
F) None of the above B

Question 14

The terms taxonomy and nosology refer to

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A)   scientific classification.
B)   the accuracy of a diagnostic system.
C)   the reliability of a grouping of clinical symptoms.
D)   heoretical ideas that cannot be tested objectively.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 15

All of the following describe how a psychologist conducts a clinical interview EXCEPT

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A)   attempts to facilitate communication.
B)   uses non-threatening ways of seeking information.
C)   keeps patient information confidential in all circumstances.
D)   applies appropriate listening skills.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 16

An observation that involves identifying specific behaviors that are observable and measurable is called a(n)  _______________.

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A)   informal observation
B)   formal observation
C)   unstructured observation
D)   self-observationE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

A clinical interview should be based on information from the client's .

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A)   past behaviors, attitudes, and emotions
B)   interpersonal and social history
C)   present behaviors, attitudes, and emotions
D)   all of the aboveE) None of the above
F) All of the above D

Question 18

The process of clinical assessment results in narrowing the focus to

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A)   concentrate on problem areas that seem most relevant.
B)   consider a broad range of problems.
C)   cover all possible problems.
D)   concentrate on all problem areas equally.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 19

Sweat gland activity (electrodermal activity)  is measured in order to assess .

Accepted Answer

A)   stress and emotional arousal
B)   exhaustion
C)   brain damage
D)   sexual dysfunction and disordersE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

When a diagnosis tells the clinician what is likely to happen and possibly predict the course of the disorder and the likely effect of one treatment or another, the diagnosis has

Accepted Answer

A)   construct validity.
B)   predictive validity
C)   content validity.
D)   none of the aboveE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Exam 3: Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis

Neuropsychological tests are used to assess whether or not an individual might .

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The MMPI-2 differs from earlier versions of the MMPI because it

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One important advantage of using a classification and diagnostic system like DSM-5 is that knowing a patient's diagnosis

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According to the textbook, assessment of psychophysiological response to emotional stimuli is important in treating all of the following EXCEPT _.

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In terms of psychological assessment, which of the following describes the concept of validity?

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A measurement which is consistent is considered to be .

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Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic concepts that help determine the value of a psychological assessment procedure?

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A mental status exam covers all of the following categories EXCEPT .

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Which of the following describes a personality inventory?

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Although abnormalities in the structure and functioning of the brain can be detected by neuroimaging techniques, current research is also looking at

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The systematic evaluation and measurement of psychological, biological, and social factors in a person with a possible mental disorder is known as clinical .

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders is a publication of the

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Behavioral assessments are used to formally assess an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behavior in ____________.

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The terms taxonomy and nosology refer to

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All of the following describe how a psychologist conducts a clinical interview EXCEPT

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An observation that involves identifying specific behaviors that are observable and measurable is called a(n) _______________.

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A clinical interview should be based on information from the client's .

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The process of clinical assessment results in narrowing the focus to

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Sweat gland activity (electrodermal activity) is measured in order to assess .

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When a diagnosis tells the clinician what is likely to happen and possibly predict the course of the disorder and the likely effect of one treatment or another, the diagnosis has

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