CAT CAT Crisis Intervention and Safety 2

Question 1

What does the term 'duty to warn' require an addiction counseling professional to do?

Accepted Answer

Take steps to protect an identifiable third party from a credible threat made by a client

Answer

Duty to warn, derived from Tarasoff v. Regents, requires clinicians to take protective action when a client poses a credible, specific threat to an identifiable person.

Question 2

Which level of suicide risk requires the MOST immediate clinical response and possible hospitalization?

Accepted Answer

High risk with specific plan, means, and intent

Answer

High-risk clients who have a specific plan, access to means, and stated intent require immediate intervention, which may include hospitalization.

Question 3

A client reports returning to alcohol use after a period of abstinence. How should the addiction technician respond?

Accepted Answer

Respond with empathy, document the relapse, and inform clinical staff for treatment plan review

Answer

Relapse is addressed with empathy and clinical review, not punishment—it is a common part of the recovery process that requires treatment adjustment.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a trauma-informed crisis response?

Accepted Answer

Approaching the client with calm, choice, and transparency to minimize retraumatization

Answer

Trauma-informed care during crisis emphasizes safety, trustworthiness, and choice to avoid retraumatizing vulnerable individuals.

Question 5

What is the primary goal of de-escalation techniques when working with a client in emotional crisis?

Accepted Answer

To reduce the intensity of the crisis and restore the client's ability to engage in rational communication

Answer

De-escalation aims to lower emotional intensity so the client can engage constructively with support and problem-solving.

(CAT) Certified Addiction Technician Practice Test

(CAT) Certified Addiction Technician Practice Test

CAT CAT Crisis Intervention and Safety 2