According to Psychological First Aid, what is MOST appropriate in the
immediate aftermath of a traumatic event? - correct answer ✔Assess the
needs of individuals and help them obtain their most basic needs
Which is an example of a situational crisis? - correct answer ✔Loss of a
loved one
Which reason would NOT necessarily be a common reason for a suicide
attempt? - correct answer ✔Self-harm behaviors
Explanation: Sel-harm and suicide are very different but commonly grouped
together because both inflict pain. Generally speaking, those engaging in self-
harm are not aiming to end their lives. Many people who engage in self-harm
see the infliction of pain as a way to cope with life.
The SASSI is a brief self-report, easily administered psychological screening
measure that is available in separate versions for adults and adolescents.
SASSI stands for: - correct answer ✔Substance Abuse Subtle Screening
Inventory.
In suicide methods, which tends to be the most lethal? - correct answer
✔Use of a Firearm
Explanation: The most common method of attempted suicide is by overdose,
however the most lethal is by use of a firearm, followed by hanging.
(Information according to National Center for Injury no Control)
, Transcrisis Points in a substance abuser's life refer to: - correct answer
✔Points in the person's life where the crisis seems to erupt in spontaneous
ways whenever the person encounters stressors and that are rarely identified
as being rooted in the greater underlying transcrisis of addiction.
Explanation: Points in the person's life where the crisis seems to erupt in
spontaneous ways whenever the person encounters stressors and that are
rarely identified as being rooted in the greater underlying transcrisis of
addiction. These points continue through the course of withdrawal, therapy,
and follow-up and apply not only to the substance user but also the support
persons who experience fallout from the crises.
An important step in crisis intervention includes all, EXCEPT: - correct
answer ✔Identify new assessment tools to utilize with the client
A hurricane, flood, or war would be examples of a(n): - correct answer
✔Environmental crises
According to the Roberts's Seven Stage-Crisis Intervention Model, which is
the first step in the process? - correct answer ✔Plan and Conduct a Crisis
Assessment (Including Lethality Assessment)
Explanation: Plan and Conduct a Crisis Assessment- This step involves a
relatively quick assessment of the number and duration of risk factors,
including imminent danger and availability of lethal weapons, verbalization of
suicide or homicide risk, need for immediate medical attention, positive and
negative coping strategies, lack of family or social supports, and current drug
and alcohol use. It is important to establish this before moving on to any
subsequent steps.