I took the clinical exam and scored 22/30. I think I did rather well considering It was timed, and if i was stuck at a question I guessed. I think that I was stuck between a few questions and answered fast because I was timed. If it was not timed I could of read the question better.Certain questions like EXPECT and which is NOT, I did see and got about 5 more wrong. A lot of the Freud, Erikson and clinical decisions question I was confident about answering and I got them right. What to do about a coworker , eithical stuff I knew which Im glad I understand what to do with clients when they are upset or thinking about suicide.
We do a lot of suicidal ideation assessments , and I got the question that discussed
We do a lot of suicidal ideation assessments , and I got the question that discussed
Ask if he has considered suicide; if he has considered suicide, ask what plan he has or method he plans to use and if that method is available to him. Some patients may not have a definitive plan as to commit suicide , some are depressed about their current health and doctors or nurse mistake it for suicidal ideation.
'Holder of the Privilege' is a term that I have never heard of this before I was torn between a legal term and indicated referred power in the relationship.
Question : You are an Emergency Room Social Worker. John, the 50-year-old unemployed son of Mrs. Miller, age 85, drops her off and leaves. She is dehydrated and smells of urine and feces. She is incontinent and looks like she hasn't been bathed in a week. She suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. Her son is her only caregiver. She receives IV hydration and is bathed and put into a hospital gown. Medically, she is stable. You call the son. What do you do when he arrives?
My answer was - Assess the son's ability to care for his mother further and explore both in-home care and placement options; let him know you will call Adult Protective Services on his mother's behalf for a follow up visit if she goes home
At Harper Hospital we do home evaluations and different assessments all the time, so I was confident I would get these type of questions right. I think that most people would call APS ,but we need to discuss the concerns with the family member and see maybe they have a disability them self, and cannot take care of their family member before resulting to Adult Protective Services.
'Holder of the Privilege' is a term that I have never heard of this before I was torn between a legal term and indicated referred power in the relationship.
Question : You are an Emergency Room Social Worker. John, the 50-year-old unemployed son of Mrs. Miller, age 85, drops her off and leaves. She is dehydrated and smells of urine and feces. She is incontinent and looks like she hasn't been bathed in a week. She suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. Her son is her only caregiver. She receives IV hydration and is bathed and put into a hospital gown. Medically, she is stable. You call the son. What do you do when he arrives?
My answer was - Assess the son's ability to care for his mother further and explore both in-home care and placement options; let him know you will call Adult Protective Services on his mother's behalf for a follow up visit if she goes home
At Harper Hospital we do home evaluations and different assessments all the time, so I was confident I would get these type of questions right. I think that most people would call APS ,but we need to discuss the concerns with the family member and see maybe they have a disability them self, and cannot take care of their family member before resulting to Adult Protective Services.
This week has made me understand that it does not hurt to start studying right away for this exam. I think it is very important to study for the exam . I think getting license will allow for more opportunities in my career and that is why I will probably take a course to prepare me for this exam .
Here is a blog on the new social worker website that is helpful when preparing for the exam .http://www.socialworker.com/feature-articles/education--credentials/How_I_Passed_the_Licensing_Exam%3A_10_Tips/page-2.html
10 TIPS TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR THE EXAM!
1. First thing to do, and the thing you must consistently do throughout your studying and testing process: Find a way to battle your ANXIETY!
No matter your situation in getting licensed, you must find a way to relax your mind and slow your racing heart, so you can focus on the exam
No matter your situation in getting licensed, you must find a way to relax your mind and slow your racing heart, so you can focus on the exam
2. FIND A STUDY PARTNER !
3. Register and schedule your exam.
When you set an exam date, it really helps you focus.
4. Consider what helps you with recall.
5. The exam is not “all clinical” stuff.
Review your content and know the basics.
6. Take a review course to help you know what you need to know. TAKE A COURSE AT WAYNE STATE
7. Know the NASW Code of Ethics.
8. Find supplemental study materials.
9. Think positively.
10. And lastly, TRUST YOUR GUT!
When you set an exam date, it really helps you focus.
4. Consider what helps you with recall.
5. The exam is not “all clinical” stuff.
Review your content and know the basics.
6. Take a review course to help you know what you need to know. TAKE A COURSE AT WAYNE STATE
7. Know the NASW Code of Ethics.
8. Find supplemental study materials.
9. Think positively.
10. And lastly, TRUST YOUR GUT!
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