CBHT Trauma-Informed Care 3

Question 1

In trauma-informed care, which of the following best describes 'physical safety' for a client?

Accepted Answer

Providing a predictable environment where the client feels free from threat of harm

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Ensuring the client is physically restrained when assessed as at risk

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Locking all exits to prevent clients from leaving the facility prematurely

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Conducting frequent physical searches of client belongings for prohibited items

Question 2

Empowerment in trauma-informed care primarily involves:

Accepted Answer

Offering clients choice and voice in their care and recovery process

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Staff making all treatment decisions on behalf of clients for their own protection

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Restricting privileges to motivate positive behavior change

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Requiring clients to comply with all treatment recommendations without question

Question 3

What is 'vicarious trauma' and who is most at risk?

Accepted Answer

Cumulative transformation in a helper's worldview from ongoing exposure to clients' trauma; helpers are at risk

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A trauma that affects multiple family members simultaneously; family members are at risk

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A trauma that results from watching traumatic events on television; general viewers are at risk

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A legal term for trauma caused by negligence; attorneys and judges are at risk

Question 4

Which of the following demonstrates cultural sensitivity in a trauma-informed care approach?

Accepted Answer

Asking clients about their cultural background and how it affects their experience of trauma and healing

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Applying the same standardized treatment protocol to all clients regardless of background

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Assuming clients from the same culture have identical trauma experiences and needs

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Avoiding discussions about culture entirely to prevent client discomfort

Question 5

Which of the following behaviors in a client may indicate they are experiencing a trauma response?

Accepted Answer

Sudden dissociation, hypervigilance, or intense emotional reactivity

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Expressing disagreement with their assigned treatment plan

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Asking clarifying questions about their diagnosis and medications

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Requesting a different meal option during the lunch period

Question 6

What is the role of 'collaboration and mutuality' in trauma-informed care?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing that healing happens in relationship and that power differentials should be minimized

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Ensuring that clinical staff always have the final say in all treatment decisions

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Having clients collaborate exclusively with each other in peer support groups

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Requiring mutual silence about personal information to protect confidentiality

Question 7

A trauma-informed approach to de-escalation prioritizes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the underlying cause of distress and offering safety and choices

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Establishing clear and immediate consequences for non-compliant behavior

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Using physical restraints early to prevent escalation of potentially dangerous behavior

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Separating the client from peers immediately to reduce environmental stimulation