CCC Psychological First Aid

Question 1

What is the primary goal of Psychological First Aid (PFA)?

Accepted Answer

Reduce initial distress and foster adaptive functioning

Answer

PFA aims to reduce initial distress and support short- and long-term adaptive functioning, not to diagnose or provide formal therapy.

Question 2

PFA is best characterized as which type of approach?

Accepted Answer

An evidence-informed and flexible supportive model

Answer

PFA is described as 'evidence-informed' because it is grounded in resilience research but is flexible in real-world application.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the eight core actions of PFA?

Accepted Answer

Psychological Debriefing

Answer

Psychological debriefing is not part of PFA; PFA specifically avoids requiring survivors to recount traumatic details.

Question 4

In PFA, the 'Contact and Engagement' action is best accomplished by:

Accepted Answer

Introducing yourself and asking permission before speaking with the survivor

Answer

Respectful, non-intrusive contact begins with a calm introduction and seeking permission, preserving survivor autonomy and trust.

Question 5

The 'Safety and Comfort' component of PFA is best addressed by:

Accepted Answer

Providing accurate information about the situation and available help

Answer

Providing accurate information reduces uncertainty and restores a sense of safety and comfort in survivors.

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