CBHT Crisis Intervention 2

Question 1

When using the ACT model of crisis intervention, what does the 'A' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Assessment

Answer

ACT stands for Assessment, Crisis intervention, and Trauma-informed care, with Assessment being the first critical step.

Question 2

A client experiencing a psychiatric crisis begins speaking very rapidly and jumping between unrelated topics. This presentation is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Flight of ideas associated with mania

Answer

Rapid, pressured speech with loosely connected or unrelated topics (flight of ideas) is a hallmark symptom of a manic episode.

Question 3

Which de-escalation technique involves validating a client's feelings without agreeing with their distorted perceptions?

Accepted Answer

Empathic acknowledgment

Answer

Empathic acknowledgment communicates understanding of the client's emotional experience while remaining neutral about the accuracy of their perceptions.

Question 4

A BHT is working with a client who suddenly becomes physically aggressive. The FIRST action should be:

Accepted Answer

Ensure staff and client safety and call for backup

Answer

Safety is always the top priority; the BHT should ensure the immediate area is safe and alert other staff before any other intervention.

Question 5

Which factor is considered a SHORT-TERM risk factor for suicide rather than a long-term one?

Accepted Answer

Recent significant loss or stressor

Answer

Recent stressors such as job loss, relationship breakup, or bereavement are acute precipitating factors that elevate immediate suicide risk.

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CBHT Crisis Intervention 2