CDVP Exam

How should a domestic violence professional adapt attending behaviors for different cultural and ethnic groups being served in the ABC model of crisis intervention for victims of domestic violence? A. By mastering a fixed set of behaviors common to all groups B. By learning how each group being served responds to each behavior C. By referring clients from unfamiliar groups to licensed professionals D. By training every crisis worker to master behaviors for every group

B

Which of these is most likely to benefit from a no-suicide contract? A. A low-risk suicidal client B. A middle-risk suicidal client C. A high-risk suicidal client D. A suicidal client who has made prior attempts

B

Which statement most accurately describes child custody provisions under Illinois criminal statutes? A. Illinois law presumes that parents have joint custody whenever a father has been assigned obligations for support of a child. B. The mother has legal custody of any child whose parents have never been married unless a valid court order specifies otherwise. C. Both parents have legal custody of any child whose parents have never been married unless a valid court order specifies otherwise. D. A valid determination of paternity gives the father joint custody of a child regardless of the marital status of the parents

B

Which of these is NOT among the mental symptoms when workers who serve batterers or their partners are under stress? A. Dulled senses B. Forgetfulness or confusion C. Gradual increase in concentration D. Negative attitudes and self-criticism

C

Which of these is NOT among the requirements in the definition of a crisis? A. Usual coping methods fail B. A precipitating event occurs C. The victim experiences physical injuries D. Subjective distress disrupts the victim's equilibrium

C

Which of these is the LEAST helpful way to listen to a victim of domestic violence? A. Suspend all judgments and assumptions about her situation. B. Let her tell her entire store uninterrupted, including silent pauses. C. Repeat what she says word for word to indicate that you are listening. D. Validate any mixed feelings of affection she may have for her abuser.

C

Which of these makes identification of abuse among same-sex partners especially difficult? A. Homophobic attitudes of the partners B. Patterns of abuse that are unique to same-sex partners C. Reluctance of both partners to admit that abuse occurred D. Legal prohibitions against assisting same-sex victims of abuse

C

Which of these most accurately describes behavior in which an abuser refuses to allow a partner to get or keep a job? A. Social abuse B. Manipulation C. Financial abuse D. Emotional abuse

C

Which statement most accurately describes firearms possession under the federal Violence Against Women Act? A. State firearms registration laws super-cede federal law. B. A police officer who is convicted of domestic violence may not possess a firearm or ammunition. C. In most cases, federal law prohibits a person who has been convicted of domestic violence to possess a firearm or ammunition. D. No one named in a valid order of protection may purchase a firearm.

C

Why are support groups directed by women the best source of help for many victims of domestic violence? A. Men are ineffective as advocates for battered women. B. Women can help each other adapt to their institutionalized roles. C. Women may gain strength from understanding that they are not alone. D. Only women are capable of understanding the needs of victims of abuse.

C

How does the Illinois Domestic Violence Act define a domestic violence advocate? A. Only professionals trained to evaluate specific forms of abuse B. Any employee or volunteer providing services to victims of abuse C. Only professionals with protected rights of privileged communication D. Any employee or volunteer with at least 40 hours of training in domestic violence advocacy who provides services to victims of abuse through a victim services agency

D

Which form of abuse is occurring when an abuser buys himself a luxury car while refusing to allow his wife and children to receive needed medical or dental care? A. Intimidation B. Isolation C. Blaming D. Neglect

D

Which of these is LEAST likely to be used by a batterer to justify abusive behavior? A. Claiming loss of control B. Minimizing the abuse C. Blaming the victim D. A dual personality

D

Under which of these circumstances are victims of domestic abuse at greatest risk for further violence? A. After separation or filing for divorce from the abuser B. While sleeping at home with the abuser C. After seeking an order of protection D. During a visit to a qualified shelter

A

Which of these are most likely to be among the effects of domestic violence? A. Victims accepting blame for their abuse B. Abusers accepting blame for their abuse C. Abusers changing jobs to increase family income D. Victims finding work to establish economic independence

A

Which of these characteristics and attitudes of abusers reflect their tendency to blow up over trivial matters? A. Low tolerance levels B. Substance abuse C. Perfectionism D. Narcissism

A

Which of these is LEAST important in a report of suspected adult abuse, neglect or financial exploitation? A. Whether the suspected abuser is aware of the report B. Whether the alleged victim is in immediate danger C. Whether there is any danger to an investigator D. Whether the victim is aware of the report

A

Which of these is LEAST important to include in an abuse victim's safety plan? A. A list of nearby family and friends B. Medical records for all family members C. Emergency cash, credit cards and checkbook D. Birth certificates for the victim and his/her children

A

Which of these is LEAST likely to be the country of origin for battered Latina or Hispanic women? A. Morocco B. Guatamala C. El Salvador D. Dominican Republic

A

Which of these was most responsible for creation of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) in 1978? A. The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights B. The federal Office on Domestic Violence C. Formation of the National Organization for Women (NOW) D. New legislation increasing penalties for domestic violence and abuse

A

Which statement most accurately describes the tension-building stage of the cycle of violence? A. Abusers often become nurturing and contrite after a violent episode. B. Victims often become compliant and nurturing to avoid another episode. C. Batterers often appear calm and apologetic about past violent episodes. D. Victims and batterers often promise each other that they will change their behavior.

B

How often do men who abuse their partners also abuse their children? A. 5 to 10 percent B. 15 to 25 percent C. Over 50 percent D. Over 85 percent

C

Which of these does the Illinois Abused and Neglected Children Reporting Act require to authorize investigations of suspected child abuse? A. Visible evidence of the abuse B. The name of the suspected abuser C. Substantial risk of harm to the child D. The date and location of the suspected abuse

C

Which of these is NOT among the historical roots of feminism and the battered women's movement? A. Suffragist movements in the U.S. and Britain B. Efforts to abolish slavery in the U.S. in the 1800s C. The medical profession's treatment of women in the 1800s D. Societies for the prevention of cruelty to children and animals

C

Which of these is LEAST likely to be among the effects of domestic violence on children? A. Immaturity in peer relationships B. Limited tolerance for frustration C. Uncertainty about appropriate behavior D. Special insight into the dynamics of violence

D

Which of these is included in the Illinois Domestic Violence Act definition of intimidation of a dependent? A. Repeatedly keeping a petitioner under surveillance B. Failure to provide adequate food, shelter or clothing C. Creating a disturbance at a petitioner's place of employment D. Being forced to witness the physical confinement of another person

D

Which of these is most likely to result in emergency medical treatment? A. Muggings B. Nonmarital rape C. Traffic accidents D. Domestic violence

D

Which of these should be included in an abuse victim's plan to remain safe during a violent episode? A. Avoid arguing in rooms without access to a telephone. B. If an argument seems unavoidable, try to have it in a bedroom. C. Keep all doors and windows securely bolted and locked during any arguments. D. Ask a trusted neighbor to call police if he or she hears a disturbance coming from your home.

D