BCD Practice Questions - Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work Exam - BCD Practice Questions - Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work Exam

Question 1

Per DSM-5-TR, which change distinguishes Persistent Depressive Disorder from the DSM-IV category of dysthymia?

It consolidates chronic major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder into a single category It requires depressive symptoms to persist for at least 6 months rather than 2 years It eliminates the requirement for functional impairment It requires at least one manic episode in the patient's history

Correct Answer:

It consolidates chronic major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder into a single category

Question 2

A BCD-level clinician is conducting an initial biopsychosocial assessment. Which element is MOST essential to include beyond the identified problem?

Developmental history, family and social context, medical and substance use history, strengths and cultural considerations A projective Rorschach protocol Full neuropsychological test battery results A verbatim transcript of the first three sessions

Correct Answer:

Developmental history, family and social context, medical and substance use history, strengths and cultural considerations

Question 3

In Jaffee v. Redmond (1996), the U.S. Supreme Court held that:

Confidential communications between a licensed psychotherapist, including licensed clinical social workers, and their patients are protected from compelled disclosure in federal civil proceedings Social workers must disclose client records whenever subpoenaed in federal court Only psychiatrists and psychologists qualify for federal psychotherapist-patient privilege Social workers are required to report every client statement involving past criminal conduct

Correct Answer:

Confidential communications between a licensed psychotherapist, including licensed clinical social workers, and their patients are protected from compelled disclosure in federal civil proceedings

Question 4

A client with a 10-year trauma history reports persistent negative self-concept, emotional dysregulation, and disturbed relationships. Per ICD-11, this presentation is BEST captured by:

Complex PTSD (CPTSD) Adjustment disorder Generalized anxiety disorder Borderline personality disorder only

Correct Answer:

Complex PTSD (CPTSD)

Question 5

Per the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS), which item indicates the HIGHEST level of current suicidal ideation severity?

Active suicidal ideation with specific plan and intent Wish to be dead Non-specific active suicidal thoughts Active suicidal ideation with some intent to act, without specific plan

Correct Answer:

Active suicidal ideation with specific plan and intent

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