11 Mar Trauma Case Study Worksheet
CNL-545 Topic 2: Trauma Case Study Worksheet
Directions: Review the Trauma Case Study for Maryam and then answer the questions below using 75-150 words for each response. Remember, your number one goal is to make sure she is safe. Provide appropriate support for your answers by citing the current version of the DSM. Include a minimum of three scholarly sources in your response.
Assessment and Immediate Need
1. What are the key assessment issues to consider?
2. Do you think this is a crisis situation? Why or why not? Explain.
3. What is the client’s immediate need? Be specific.
Diagnosis and Neurobiology
1. How does the neurobiology of trauma present in this case? Specifically, what are Maryam’s physical symptoms? What are her mental symptoms?
2. Which diagnosis would be a better fit for Maryam’s case: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or Acute Stress Disorder? Define both disorders and then provide supportive reasoning for your diagnosis. Be sure to connect Maryam’s symptoms to each criterion in your proposed diagnosis.
Interventions
1. Briefly describe two specific interventions you would use to help stabilize Maryam immediately (in the short term).
2. Briefly describe two specific interventions you would use to help Maryam work through the trauma of the car accident (in the long-term).
3. Would Maryam be a candidate for telehealth appointments instead of face-to-face? Why or why not?
Treatment Issues and Counselor Competency
1. Which additional resources might help with this case? Identify additional professionals who may be added to form a multidisciplinary team.
2. Would you feel competent in working with Maryam? Why or why not?
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