Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association CPRP Exam - Topic 2 Question 8 Discussion

Actual exam question for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association's CPRP exam

Question #: 8
Topic #: 2

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Which of the following is included when assessing an individual's rehabilitation readiness?

AAssessing the individual's strengths and weaknesses

BEstablishing connections with the individual and others

CIdentifying the desire to change at this time

DIdentifying potential resources for rehabilitation

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Suggested Answer: C

Rehabilitation readiness assessment evaluates an individual's preparedness to engage in recovery-oriented goal-setting and activities. The CPRP Exam Blueprint (Domain IV: Assessment, Planning, and Outcomes) specifies that assessing readiness includes identifying the individual's desire and motivation to change, as this drives their willingness to pursue goals (Task IV.A.2: 'Assess individual's stage of change and readiness for goal-setting'). Option C (identifying the desire to change at this time) aligns with this, as it focuses on the individual's current motivation and commitment, a key component of readiness often assessed through tools like the Stages of Change model.

Option A (assessing strengths and weaknesses) is part of a functional assessment, not specifically readiness. Option B (establishing connections) relates to engagement (Domain I), not readiness assessment. Option D (identifying resources) is part of resource assessment, not readiness. The PRA Study Guide emphasizes motivation and desire to change as central to readiness assessment, supporting Option C.

CPRP Exam Blueprint (2014), Domain IV: Assessment, Planning, and Outcomes, Task IV.A.2.

PRA Study Guide (2024), Section on Rehabilitation Readiness Assessment.

CPRP Exam Preparation & Primer Online 2024, Module on Assessment, Planning, and Outcomes.

by Lashaunda at Nov 24, 2025, 08:00 PM

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Corinne

10 hours ago

I think establishing connections is super important too!

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Rebbeca

6 days ago

Definitely need to assess strengths and weaknesses.

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Augustine

11 days ago

This question is a no-brainer. Of course, the desire to change is the most important factor in rehabilitation readiness.

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Paris

16 days ago

D seems like a good option too. Identifying resources is important for the individual's support system.

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Filiberto

21 days ago

Haha, the correct answer is definitely not A. Assessing strengths and weaknesses is more like a job interview, not rehab!

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Apolonia

26 days ago

I agree with Ashleigh. Motivation is key for any rehabilitation program to work.

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Ashleigh

1 month ago

Option C is the correct answer. Identifying the individual's desire to change is crucial for successful rehabilitation.

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Alisha

1 month ago

I feel like potential resources for rehabilitation were discussed a lot, but I wonder if they are always included in the assessment process.

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Justine

1 month ago

Identifying the desire to change feels crucial, but I can't recall if it was explicitly mentioned in our readings.

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Gearldine

2 months ago

I remember a practice question that emphasized the importance of establishing connections. It seems like that could really impact readiness.

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Arthur

2 months ago

This seems straightforward to me. The key is assessing the individual's situation and readiness, so I'd go with A, B, C, and D. They all seem relevant to evaluating someone's rehabilitation readiness.

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Vallie

2 months ago

I'm a little confused by this one. I'm not sure if I fully understand what "rehabilitation readiness" means in this context. I'd probably need to think it through more carefully.

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Vicente

2 months ago

I think C is crucial. Desire to change is key.

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Thora

2 months ago

Okay, I've got this. The question is asking what's included in assessing someone's readiness for rehabilitation, so I'd go with options C and D - identifying their desire to change and potential resources.

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Ernestine

2 months ago

I think assessing strengths and weaknesses is definitely part of rehabilitation readiness, but I'm not sure if it's the most important factor.

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Sherita

3 months ago

B helps build trust. Connections can motivate.

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Peggie

3 months ago

Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'm not totally sure what "rehabilitation readiness" means, so I'd have to think about that first before trying to answer.

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Shad

3 months ago

I think I'd start by looking at the key terms in the question, like "rehabilitation readiness." That seems to be the focus, so I'd focus on the options that relate to that.

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Roselle

3 months ago

I think assessing strengths and weaknesses is crucial.

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