CPI CLASS EXAM SOLVED #11
Acting-Out Person - correct answer The total loss of control, which results in a physical
acting out episode. It is the third level in the CPI model. Individuals in this level are
presenting a danger to themselves or others.
Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention - correct answer Used only as a last resort when
a person is a danger to self or others. This involves the use of safe, non-harmful control
and restraint positions to safely control in individual until he can regain control of his
behavior.
Anxiety - correct answer A noticeable increase or change in behavior. A non-direct
expenditure of energy; e.g., pacing, finger drumming, wringing of the hands, or staring.
It is the first level in the CPI model.
Paraverbal Communication - correct answer The vocal part of speech, excluding the
actual words one uses. Three key components are tone, volume, and cadence of
speech.
Challenge Position - correct answer A body position in which one individual is face-to-
face, toe-to-toe, and eye-to-eye in relation to another individual. This position is often
perceived as a challenge and tends to escalate a crisis situation.
Precipitating Factors - correct answer The internal or external causes of an acting-out
behavior over which the staff member gas little or no control.
CPI Classroom Model - correct answer A standardized way of demonstrating personal
safety and nonviolent physical crisis intervention methods in order to show the
application of basic principles.
Proxemics - correct answer A personal space. An area surrounding the body,
approximately 1.5 to three feet in length, which is considered an extension of self.
CPI COPING Model - correct answer A model that staff members can use to guide them
through the process of establishing Therapeutic Rapport with an individual after a crisis
incident.
Rational Detachment - correct answer The ability to stay in control of one's own
behavior and not take acting-out behavior personally.
Supportive Staff Attitude/Approach - correct answer An empathetic, nonjudgmental
approach to attempting to alleviate anxiety. It is the recommended attitude/approach to
the anxiety level.
Acting-Out Person - correct answer The total loss of control, which results in a physical
acting out episode. It is the third level in the CPI model. Individuals in this level are
presenting a danger to themselves or others.
Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention - correct answer Used only as a last resort when
a person is a danger to self or others. This involves the use of safe, non-harmful control
and restraint positions to safely control in individual until he can regain control of his
behavior.
Anxiety - correct answer A noticeable increase or change in behavior. A non-direct
expenditure of energy; e.g., pacing, finger drumming, wringing of the hands, or staring.
It is the first level in the CPI model.
Paraverbal Communication - correct answer The vocal part of speech, excluding the
actual words one uses. Three key components are tone, volume, and cadence of
speech.
Challenge Position - correct answer A body position in which one individual is face-to-
face, toe-to-toe, and eye-to-eye in relation to another individual. This position is often
perceived as a challenge and tends to escalate a crisis situation.
Precipitating Factors - correct answer The internal or external causes of an acting-out
behavior over which the staff member gas little or no control.
CPI Classroom Model - correct answer A standardized way of demonstrating personal
safety and nonviolent physical crisis intervention methods in order to show the
application of basic principles.
Proxemics - correct answer A personal space. An area surrounding the body,
approximately 1.5 to three feet in length, which is considered an extension of self.
CPI COPING Model - correct answer A model that staff members can use to guide them
through the process of establishing Therapeutic Rapport with an individual after a crisis
incident.
Rational Detachment - correct answer The ability to stay in control of one's own
behavior and not take acting-out behavior personally.
Supportive Staff Attitude/Approach - correct answer An empathetic, nonjudgmental
approach to attempting to alleviate anxiety. It is the recommended attitude/approach to
the anxiety level.
