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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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  • You must score 70% or better to pass this test.
  • Select one answer for each question.
  • Review your selections before submitting the test for grading.
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1. In which way is the diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder classified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)?

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2. Which statement is correct regarding the epidemiology of PTSD?

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3. Which factor increases a person’s risk for developing PTSD?

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4. Which term describes the core symptom of PTSD that involves experiencing recurrent, unwanted distressing memories of the traumatic event?

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5. Which statement is correct concerning a clinical interview when assessing a patient for PTSD?

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6. Which duration criterion is used to diagnose posttraumatic stress disorder?

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7. Which trauma-focused therapy uses desensitization techniques to address PSTD avoidance behaviors?

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8. Which outcome is the primary objective of effective intervention for patients with PTSD?


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