CAI Crisis Management and Safety Planning Flashcards

What is the purpose of conducting a lethality assessment before an ARISE intervention?

Answer: To identify whether the person of concern poses a danger to themselves or others

A lethality assessment helps the interventionist determine the level of risk for self-harm or harm to others so appropriate safety measures can be put in place.

Which crisis model involves a three-stage process of pre-crisis equilibrium, crisis, and post-crisis adaptation?

Answer: Basic Crisis Intervention Model

The Basic Crisis Intervention Model describes three stages: pre-crisis equilibrium, the acute crisis state, and post-crisis adaptation or re-equilibration.

An ARISE interventionist should coordinate with which professional if the person of concern is at imminent risk of self-harm?

Answer: A licensed mental health crisis professional or emergency services

Imminent self-harm risk requires coordination with licensed mental health crisis professionals or emergency services to ensure the person receives appropriate immediate care.

What does 'means restriction' mean in the context of suicide prevention during a safety plan?

Answer: Reducing or eliminating access to lethal means such as firearms or medications

Means restriction involves removing or limiting access to objects that could be used for self-harm, which is one of the most evidence-based suicide prevention strategies.

Which behavior change in a person of concern should prompt immediate reassessment of crisis risk?

Answer: Giving away prized possessions and saying goodbyes

Giving away possessions and saying final goodbyes are warning signs of imminent suicidal intent and require immediate safety reassessment.

How does trauma-informed care influence crisis management in addiction interventions?

Answer: It recognizes that trauma underlies many crises and avoids re-traumatization

Trauma-informed care acknowledges that unresolved trauma often underlies addictive behavior and crisis states, so practitioners avoid responses that could re-traumatize the individual.