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1. Which is a component of a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment for a cancer patient?
A. Assessing biological, psychological, and social factors independently
B. Focusing solely on biological factors
C. Ignoring the patient's spiritual beliefs
D. Considering the interplay of multiple aspects including social, environmental, psychological, and biological factors
2. What is a critical skill for oncology mental health professionals when evaluating psychosocial needs?
A. Ignoring mental health concerns
B. Conducting a comprehensive assessment of a patient's biopsychosocial and spiritual needs
C. Avoiding discussion about patient’s family or caregivers
D. Focusing solely on medical treatment plans
3. Which tool can be used to screen for cancer-related depression?
A. Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item Scale
B. The Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale
C. Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
D. Patient Health Information System
4. How should a mental health professional handle the assessment process if abuse or neglect is suspected?
A. Conduct the assessment in a public area
B. Avoid discussing personal safety with the patient
C. Explain the reason for inquiry honestly and ensure a private space for assessment
D. Ignore state laws regarding mandatory reporting
5. What is an essential component in fostering a patient’s coping skills?
A. Teaching maladaptive coping strategies
B. Identifying and reinforcing effective past coping strategies
C. Discouraging use of existing coping mechanisms
D. Avoiding discussions about emotions
6. Which aspect of a biopsychosocial assessment focuses on the patient’s understanding of their illness?
A. Biological
B. Psychological
C. Social
D. Assessing treatment options, side effects, and outcomes
7. Which question is helpful for assessing an individual’s understanding of their cancer diagnosis?
A. How do you feel about your provider's office decor?
B. Can you explain where the cancer is in your body?
C. What is your favorite movie?
D. Do you like visiting the doctor’s office?
8. What contributes to a patient’s risk of neglect and financial exploitation?
A. Strong social support network
B. Being independent and financially secure
C. Strong social support network
D. Understanding all medical instructions perfectly
9. How should a mental health professional proceed if depression is suspected in a cancer patient?
A. Ignore symptoms as part of the cancer experience
B. Rely solely on physical symptoms to diagnose
C. Wait for symptoms to resolve without intervention
D. Conduct a thorough biopsychosocial assessment with consideration of cancer treatments and side effects
10. What role does spirituality play in the biopsychosocial assessment?
A. It should always be omitted from discussions
B. It is irrelevant to cancer patients
C. It provides insights into coping mechanisms, beliefs, and potential impacts on healthcare decisions
D. It needs to be discussed in every session regardless of relevance
11. Which factor does NOT commonly influence cancer treatment adherence?
A. Patient’s astrological sign
B. Health literacy
C. Social support
D. Financial resources
12. When assessing for anxiety in cancer patients, which symptom indicates a more severe case?
A. Occasional worry
B. Feeling fearful and apprehensive most of the time
C. Normal adjustment to diagnosis
D. Minor sleep disruptions
13. What is a common emotional reaction to a new cancer diagnosis that might require treatment?
A. General happiness
B. Relief and satisfaction
C. Intense depression and inability to function
D. Increased interest in hobbies
14. How can oncology mental health professionals support a patient experiencing distress?
A. Encouraging them to ignore their feelings
B. Providing cognitive behavioral therapy and relaxation exercises
C. Suggesting complete avoidance of all medical staff
D. Telling them distress will resolve on its own naturally
15. Which of the following could be a barrier to treatment adherence?
A. Patient's interest in baseball
B. Good relationships with healthcare providers
C. Having adequate health insurance
D. Misunderstanding of medical instructions
16. Why is assessing a patient's coping mechanisms important?
A. To force them into unfamiliar coping strategies
B. To focus solely on their physical health
C. To identify ways to negate any attempt at self-help
D. To tailor interventions that help manage distress and problem-solving
17. What best describes the biopsychosocial model of care?
A. Considering social, environmental, psychological, and biological factors in conjunction
B. Prioritizing biological factors alone
C. Focusing on emotional factors exclusively
D. Concentrating on environmental factors while ignoring others
18. Which practice is essential when conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment?
A. Ignoring caregiver concerns
B. Integrating insights from an interdisciplinary healthcare team
C. Focusing exclusively on patient's spiritual beliefs
D. Disregarding the patient's psychological history
19. In what way can cultural considerations impact cancer care?
A. Lead to uniform treatment plans for all patients
B. Have no effect on patient care or understanding
C. Influence patient’s health beliefs and adherence
D. Ensure a standard healthcare approach for every culture
20. Which of the following best assesses a patient's social well-being?
A. Exploring living arrangements, family dynamics, and support network
B. Ignoring support network and living conditions
C. Focusing solely on medication adherence
D. Relying solely on biological health metrics
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