When Considering a "Normative" Approach to Interpreting a Patient's Score

question 1

Multiple Choice

When considering a "normative" approach to interpreting a patient's score on an assessment instrument, the psychologist is interested in comparing the patient's score with

• A) scores of all persons who have taken the test.
• B) earlier scores for the same patient.
• C) scores of a comparable subgroup.
• D) scores of persons not in treatment.

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Definitions:

Healthy Family

A family characterized by supportive, loving relationships, effective communication, and behaviors that promote the physical and mental well-being of its members.

Wellness

A holistic approach to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional health.

Illness Behavior

The ways individuals react and respond to being ill, including seeking treatment, interpreting symptoms, and coping with the illness.

Sick-role Behavior

The pattern of expectations and behavior that a person adopts when ill, including seeking medical help and temporarily assuming a dependent and exempt status from normal duties.