Social Work Examination Services (SWES) Human Behavior Practice Test

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A woman requesting multiple AIDS tests despite negative results requires assessment of what?

  1. Her knowledge about AIDS

  2. The reasons for her concern

  3. Her physical health

  4. Her relationship history

The correct answer is: The reasons for her concern

When a woman requests multiple AIDS tests despite receiving negative results, it is essential to assess the reasons for her concern. Understanding her motivations can provide insights into her mental and emotional state, and help identify any underlying anxieties or misconceptions she may have about the disease or her risk factors. This assessment may reveal fears related to her health, relationships, or other personal issues that contribute to her persistent concerns. Evaluating her knowledge about AIDS could be part of the process, but it is more crucial to grasp her feelings and reasons driving this repeated request. If her concerns stem from specific incidents or relationships, addressing those directly can help not only in providing appropriate support but also in alleviating her anxiety. Her physical health and relationship history are certainly important factors to consider in understanding her overall situation, but they become aspects of the broader context in which the reasons for her concern can be examined. Focusing on her motivations first allows for a more compassionate and targeted approach in helping her address her worries and achieving peace of mind.