National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) Practice Exam

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The Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) is a numeric scale used by clinicians and physicians in which type of setting?

Long-term care
Physical rehabilitation
Mental health
Pediatric health care

The correct answer is: Mental health

The Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) is indeed utilized primarily within mental health settings. This scale serves as a standardized tool to evaluate a person's overall psychological, social, and occupational functioning on a continuum, which is particularly important in mental health assessments where clinicians need to gauge the severity of mental disorders and the individual's ability to perform daily activities. In mental health care, the GAF score helps clinicians track changes in functioning over time, informs treatment planning, and supports communication among health care providers. Its numeric value ranges from 0 to 100, allowing for a nuanced understanding of a person's mental health status. While the other settings mentioned may focus on various aspects of care and rehabilitation, they do not primarily employ the GAF scale, which is specifically tailored for mental health evaluations.