BHP Emergency Procedures & Response 3

Question 1

A client discloses they are currently being abused by a family member. Under mandatory reporting laws, the BHP must:

Accepted Answer

Report to the appropriate protective services agency as required by law

Answer

Mandatory reporting laws require BHPs to report suspected abuse to protective services regardless of client consent.

Question 2

During a group therapy session, one member begins hyperventilating and appears to be having a panic attack. What is the BEST immediate response?

Accepted Answer

Calmly redirect the individual, guide slow breathing, and assess for medical emergency

Answer

Calm redirection and guided breathing are the first-line responses, while monitoring for signs that the situation may be a medical emergency requiring 911.

Question 3

What is the PRIMARY purpose of a safety plan developed with a suicidal client?

Accepted Answer

To provide a stepwise coping strategy the client can use during a crisis

Answer

A safety plan provides a personalized, step-by-step guide for the client to use when suicidal urges escalate, including coping strategies and emergency contacts.

Question 4

A BHP discovers a client unresponsive in a bathroom. After ensuring the scene is safe, the NEXT step is:

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness and call for help/activate emergency response

Answer

After scene safety, checking responsiveness and activating emergency services (calling for help/911) follows standard emergency response protocols (CPR chain of survival).

Question 5

Under HIPAA, which situation allows a BHP to disclose protected health information WITHOUT client authorization?

Accepted Answer

There is a serious and imminent threat to the health or safety of the client or others

Answer

HIPAA's 'serious and imminent threat' exception permits disclosure to prevent harm to the client or identifiable third parties.

(BHP) Behavioral Health Professional Certification Practice Test

(BHP) Behavioral Health Professional Certification Practice Test

BHP Emergency Procedures & Response 3