In the Motivational Interviewing Approach, the Focus of a Social

question 25

Multiple Choice

In the motivational interviewing approach, the focus of a social worker is on:​

• A)​the offender who has harmed his or her client.
• B)​a client who has been wronged by a person.
• C)​the offending behavior of a client.
• D)​a client's behavior toward him or her during consultation sessions.

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Definitions:

Revocation of Authority

The act of canceling or withdrawing the power or rights previously granted to an agent or representative.

Negligent Hiring

A legal claim made against an employer for hiring an individual they either knew or should have known was likely to pose a risk of harm to others, based on their background or qualifications.

Legally Insolvent

The condition of being unable to pay debts as they fall due or having liabilities that exceed the value of assets.

Fiduciary Duty

A legal obligation to act in the best interest of another party, usually in a financial context.