CPE CPE Crisis Intervention and Support 2

Question 1

What is 'psychological first aid' in the context of peer education?

Accepted Answer

An evidence-informed approach to support people after a distressing event

Answer

Psychological first aid is a non-clinical, evidence-informed set of supportive actions used to help people in the immediate aftermath of a crisis.

Question 2

During a campus crisis (e.g., a violent incident), peer educators should:

Accepted Answer

Follow the institution's emergency response plan and defer to authorities

Answer

Peer educators are part of a larger emergency response system and must follow institutional protocols, deferring leadership to trained emergency personnel.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of secondary traumatic stress for a peer educator?

Accepted Answer

Experiencing emotional distress after repeatedly hearing peers' trauma stories

Answer

Secondary traumatic stress occurs when a helper is emotionally affected by exposure to others' traumatic experiences, which is a recognized risk for peer educators.

Question 4

Self-care planning is considered essential for peer educators because:

Accepted Answer

It prevents burnout and maintains the educator's capacity to effectively support others

Answer

Regular self-care preserves the emotional and psychological health of peer educators, enabling them to continue providing effective support.

Question 5

When a peer educator suspects a friend is struggling with substance abuse, the best first step is to:

Accepted Answer

Have a private, non-judgmental conversation using 'I' statements

Answer

A private, empathetic conversation using 'I' statements avoids defensiveness and opens the door for the peer to seek help voluntarily.

CPE - Certified Peer Educator Practice Test

CPE - Certified Peer Educator Practice Test

CPE CPE Crisis Intervention and Support 2