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Saudi Psychology Licensure Examination (SPSLE): free practice test

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01Which neuronal structure usually receives signals from neighboring neurons?

Practice question Unit: Biological, social, and cognitive-affective bases of behavior

  1. AAxon shaft

    The axon primarily conducts signals away from the soma.

  2. BAxon terminals

    Terminals usually release signals to other cells.

  3. CMyelin sheath

    Myelin insulates axons rather than receiving synaptic input.

  4. DDendrites ✓ Correct answer

    Dendrites are major sites of incoming synaptic input.

Reference: SfN/Wellcome, Parts of the neuron; https://www.brainfacts.org/Brain-Anatomy-and-Function/Cells-and-Circuits/2012/Nuts-and-Bolts-the-neuron

02An infant searches beneath a cloth for a hidden toy. Which achievement is demonstrated?

Practice question Unit: Growth and lifespan development

  1. AObject permanence ✓ Correct answer

    The object is represented while out of sight.

  2. BConservation of volume

    Volume conservation concerns transformed containers.

  3. CFormal reasoning

    Hypothetical reasoning is not tested.

  4. DMoral autonomy

    No moral judgment is involved.

Reference: https://open.maricopa.edu/psy240mm/chapter/chapter-4-infancy-to-toddlerhood-2/; Development of Object Permanence, paragraphs on hidden toy

03A client no longer enjoys previously valued hobbies. Which symptom is described?

Practice question Unit: Psychopathology

  1. ACompulsion

    No repetitive neutralizing act occurs.

  2. BHallucination

    No perception without a stimulus occurs.

  3. CAnhedonia ✓ Correct answer

    Pleasure and interest are reduced.

  4. DGrandiosity

    No inflated importance is described.

Reference: NIMH Depression, signs and symptoms; https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression

04The same stable-trait scale is administered to the same adults four weeks apart. Which reliability estimate directly addresses stability over time?

Practice question Unit: Assessment and clinical decision making

  1. ATest–retest ✓ Correct answer

    It compares scores across occasions.

  2. BInternal consistency

    This examines item relationships within an administration.

  3. CContent coverage

    This is content-related validity evidence.

  4. DInterrater

    This concerns different scorers.

Reference: AERA/APA/NCME (2014), ch. 2, pp. 37–38; https://www.testingstandards.net/uploads/7/6/6/4/76643089/standards_2014edition.pdf

05Two psychologists independently score the same recorded interviews using one rubric. What should be evaluated first to quantify scorer consistency?

Practice question Unit: Assessment and clinical decision making

  1. AInterrater reliability ✓ Correct answer

    The varying element is the scorer.

  2. BPercentile rank

    A rank does not quantify scorer agreement.

  3. CPredictive validity

    No later outcome is measured.

  4. DTest–retest reliability

    The interviews were not repeated over time.

Reference: AERA/APA/NCME (2014), ch. 2, Evaluating Reliability/Precision, pp. 37–38; https://www.testingstandards.net/uploads/7/6/6/4/76643089/standards_2014edition.pdf

06A client says, “They did not reply, so I am worthless.” Which CBT intervention most directly targets the inference?

Practice question Unit: Treatment, intervention, and prevention

  1. ATell the client to avoid every relationship

    Avoidance restricts opportunities to test assumptions.

  2. BExamine evidence and alternative interpretations ✓ Correct answer

    This tests the interpretation rather than assuming it is fact.

  3. CAgree that silence proves worthlessness

    This reinforces an unsupported global conclusion.

  4. DDiscuss only medication dosage

    This does not examine the thought.

Reference: NHS CBT: sessions and follow-up; thoughts feelings actions; https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt/

07Why collaboratively plan practice between CBT sessions?

Practice question Unit: Treatment, intervention, and prevention

  1. ATo punish poor attendance

    Practice is a learning task, not punishment.

  2. BTo prove the therapist is always correct

    CBT tests ideas rather than authority.

  3. CTo apply skills in everyday situations ✓ Correct answer

    Practice supports transfer beyond the session.

  4. DTo replace all discussion

    Practice complements therapy rather than removing discussion.

Reference: NHS CBT: sessions and follow-up; between-session practice; https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt/

08A client records the situation, thoughts, feelings and actions after difficult events. What is the main purpose?

Practice question Unit: Treatment, intervention, and prevention

  1. AEstablish a diagnosis from spelling

    Spelling is not the purpose of the record.

  2. BGuarantee symptoms stop immediately

    Monitoring alone does not guarantee rapid recovery.

  3. CReplace the client’s account with a score

    The record supports understanding rather than erasing narrative.

  4. DIdentify patterns for collaborative intervention ✓ Correct answer

    The diary links responses to context.

Reference: NHS CBT: sessions and follow-up; worksheets and diaries; https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt/

09Before a planned clinical procedure, what supports valid consent?

Practice question Unit: Ethics and professionalism

  1. ATreat a signature as proof of understanding

    A signature alone does not establish comprehension.

  2. BProvide understandable information and allow a voluntary decision ✓ Correct answer

    Consent involves information, comprehension and voluntariness.

  3. CProceed without discussion

    Relevant understanding and authorization have not been established.

  4. DGuarantee there are no risks

    An unsupported guarantee undermines informed decisions.

Reference: SCFHS Code of Ethics 2014; ch2(C), printed p17 / PDF p23; https://scfhs.org.sa/sites/default/files/2024-04/akhlaqyat_almmarst_almhnyt_2014.pdf

10A patient signs a form but cannot explain the proposed procedure. What should happen?

Practice question Unit: Ethics and professionalism

  1. AClarify information and reassess understanding ✓ Correct answer

    Understanding must be supported rather than assumed.

  2. BTreat a signature as proof of understanding

    A signature alone does not establish comprehension.

  3. CProceed without discussion

    Relevant understanding and authorization have not been established.

  4. DLet convenience alone decide

    Convenience does not override patient rights.

Reference: SCFHS Code of Ethics 2014; ch2(C), printed p17 / PDF p23; https://scfhs.org.sa/sites/default/files/2024-04/akhlaqyat_almmarst_almhnyt_2014.pdf

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