NURS 661 Exam 3: Questions & Answers
The basic assumption underlying the person-centered approach is
- members are prone to faulty thinking.
- members need guidance from an expert to resolve their problems.
- members need a structured learning experience to benefit from a group.
- human beings tend to move toward wholeness and self-actualization.
(Ans- D
Which of the following is NOT considered as a condition that fosters and nurtures creativity?
- Psychological safety
- Psychological freedom
- Structured exercises by the group leaders
- Openness to experience
(Ans- c
Which of the following would be stressed the most in a person-centered group?
- Confronting members with early decisions that are no longer appropriate
- Getting members to involve themselves in fantasy exercises
- Active listening and responding and empathy
- Lack of positive regard
(Ans- c
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Rogers questioned the validity of all the following widely used therapeutic procedures EXCEPT
- empathy.
- interpretation.
- giving advice and suggestions.
- teaching.
(Ans- a
A person-centered group counselor is best described as a
- teacher.
- friend.
- judge.
- facilitator.
(Ans- D
Which of the following is considered important in the person-centered approach?
- Accurate interpretation on the part of the leader
- Accurate diagnosis and formulation of a treatment plan
- The attitudes of a group leader
- Analysis of underlying dynamics of behavior
(Ans- C
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The crucial factor that determines the outcome of the person-centered group is
a.the leader's technical skills.
b.the leader's relationship with the members in the group.
c.the leader's knowledge of group dynamics.
d.the members' willingness to think rationally.(Ans- B
Empathy refers to the group leader's ability to
a.like the members.
b.feel exactly what the members are feeling and to share experiences that are similar to those of the members.
c.objectively understand the dynamic of a member.
d.sense accurately the feelings and personal meanings members are experiencing.(Ans- D
The congruence of a group leader implies
a.empathy.
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b.respect.
c.immediacy.
d.genuineness.(Ans- D
Which technique is typically used in the person-centered group?
a.Probing and questioning
b.Listening and understanding
c.Direct confrontation of games in an aggressive manner
d.Structured communication exercises in groups (Ans- B
Which procedure is NOT typically used in a person-centered group?
a.Diagnosis and evaluation and advice-giving
b.Active listening
c.Empathy
d.Responding with immediate feelings (Ans- A
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