28 Questions
What determines whether a subject will be admitted to the hospital or treated and released when they have serious injuries due to intoxication?
Emergency Medical Physician's determination
Who is responsible for ensuring that the detaining deputy has completed the Substance Abuse Referral Request?
Corrections personnel
What action will the St. Johns County Detention Center medical provider take on a daily basis for subjects in protective custody?
Conduct assessments to determine release or treatment
Under what circumstances will the procedures for intoxication with injuries differ from those for intoxication without injury?
If serious injuries are present
Who reviews a subject after admission to the hospital due to intoxication with serious injuries?
Contracted medical personnel
What type of programs are included in the agency's diversion programs?
Salvation Army and Juvenile Civil Citation Program
Which agency is NOT mentioned as part of the diversion programs in the text?
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Who should help make recommendations in cases where defendants are considered for diversion?
Agency employees involved in the cases
What kind of training should be conducted for mental health issues according to the text?
Annual formal training for affected personnel
When should the lesson plan for refresher training be reviewed and updated?
Before refresher training
Which of the following is NOT considered a diversion program mentioned in the text?
State Department of Justice (DJJ)
What should you do if you recognize that a person may be overwhelmed by sensations, thoughts, or hallucinations?
Reassure the person you do not intend to harm them
What should you avoid doing to a person who is experiencing delusional or hallucinatory thoughts?
Force a discussion about their hallucinations
Why is it advised to announce your actions before initiating them when dealing with someone overwhelmed by sensations or thoughts?
To make the person feel more comfortable and prepared
What should deputies avoid doing if a person does not respond to them?
Assuming that the person cannot hear
In what situation should you avoid direct, continuous eye contact with a person?
When the person may be overwhelmed by sensations or thoughts
What is the initial step that must be taken for all persons transported to a receiving facility?
They should be checked through FCIC / NCIC
After obtaining medical clearance for a wanted person or someone arrested for a criminal act, where should they be transported?
They should be transported to the Detention Center
When may the Mental Health Crisis Team evaluate juveniles who may meet baker act criteria?
During and after normal business hours
Where are juveniles supposed to be taken if they need medical clearance?
To the nearest emergency room
What action must the admitting deputy take if a patient is violent?
Stay with the patient until the situation's under control
What is necessary for Rescue to transport individuals for the agency due to a medical emergency?
Obtain transportation form
When should medical paperwork like the BA-52 form be attached or forwarded?
When turning in a report
What action should a law enforcement officer take if a person they have arrested for a felony appears to meet the statutory guidelines for involuntary examination?
Process the person as any other criminal suspect
In which circumstance should a law enforcement officer transport a person to the nearest receiving facility for examination?
When the person appears to meet the statutory guidelines for involuntary examination
What information should be included in the narrative when completing a Baker Act?
Circumstances supporting the decision for Baker Acting
What is the expected action when any law enforcement officer has custody of a person based on noncriminal or minor criminal behavior meeting involuntary examination guidelines?
Transport the person to a public receiving facility for examination
What is the responsibility of the nearest public receiving facility when a person arrested for a felony appears to meet involuntary examination or placement guidelines?
Arrange for the examination and treatment of the person promptly
Learn important tips on how to interact with someone who may be overwhelmed by sensations, thoughts, or hallucinations. From offering reassurance to avoiding direct eye contact, these strategies can help create a safe environment for both parties.
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