Crisis Intervention Theories and Concepts
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What is a crisis?

  • A long-term problem that affects a person's mental health.
  • A normal response to a traumatic event.
  • A sudden event that has a significant impact on an individual's life. (correct)
  • A gradual change in a person's emotional state.

    • What is the primary goal of crisis intervention?

  • To teach the individual coping skills for future crises.
  • To provide emotional support to the individual's family.
  • To provide long-term therapy to the individual.
  • To restore the individual to a state of pre-crisis functioning. (correct)

    • Which theoretical framework is commonly used in crisis intervention?

  • Psychoanalytic theory.
  • Cognitive-behavioral theory.
  • Trait theory.
  • Ecological theory. (correct)

    • What is a key concept in crisis theory?

    <p>Vulnerability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a crisis assessment?

    <p>To determine the severity of the crisis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in defining a situational crisis?

    <p>The individual's personal response to it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a situational crisis?

    <p>A car accident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not a characteristic of a situational crisis?

    <p>It is a predictable life event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of a situational crisis?

    <p>It is a predictable response to a life event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus in determining a situational crisis?

    <p>The individual's response to the life event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the first assessment in any crisis situation?

    <p>Safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to crisis assessment protocols, what should be evaluated after ensuring safety?

    <p>Mental status and lethality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern in crisis assessment, according to protocol?

    <p>Ensuring safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In crisis situations, why is safety the top priority?

    <p>To prevent further harm to others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resource can provide guidance on assessing lethality and mental status in crisis situations?

    <p>Box 20-1, page 391</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Brevity in psychological first aid?

    <p>Initial rest and replenishment for a short duration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of BICEPS in mass disaster situations?

    <p>To provide psychological first aid to those affected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the initial rest and replenishment last in BICEPS?

    <p>A few days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does BICEPS stand for in the context of mass disasters?

    <p>Not mentioned in the passage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the initial rest and replenishment phase in BICEPS?

    <p>To provide initial support and stabilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the professional mentioned for limiting interaction?

    <p>Dr. Erna</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the date mentioned in the text?

    <p>5/4/24</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Judith Roach in the context of the text?

    <p>The person writing the instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of limiting interaction to one Dr. Erna professional?

    <p>To improve communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tone of the text?

    <p>Instructional</p> Signup and view all the answers

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