Association of Social Work Boards Masters (ASWB MSW) Practice Exam

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What does 'disorientation' refer to in a clinical setting?

  1. Confusion with regard to person, time, or place

  2. A phase of deep meditation

  3. The initial stage of therapy

  4. Lack of motivation

The correct answer is: Confusion with regard to person, time, or place

Disorientation in a clinical setting refers to the state of confusion a person may experience regarding their own identity, the date and time, or their surroundings. This feeling of being lost can be a result of many factors, such as injury, illness, or medication side effects. It is not related to deep meditation (option B), and it also does not refer to the initial stage of therapy (option C) or lack of motivation (option D). It is specific to the confusion and disconnection from one's typical reality in a clinical setting.