CPI CPI Trauma-Informed Care Principles

Question 1

Which of the following is a core principle of trauma-informed care in crisis prevention settings?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing the widespread impact of trauma and integrating that knowledge into practice

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Focusing solely on behavioral outcomes

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Applying restraints as a first response

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Ignoring past trauma history to avoid bias

Question 2

What does the acronym 'SAMHSA' stand for in the context of trauma-informed care?

Accepted Answer

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

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Safety, Awareness, Management, Support, Help, Action

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Standard Assessment Model for Staff and Health Agencies

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Structured Approach to Managing Safety and Human Assistance

Question 3

In a trauma-informed CPI environment, which response best supports a person who appears triggered?

Accepted Answer

Speaking calmly, creating space, and offering choices to restore a sense of control

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Immediately applying physical intervention to control behavior

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Issuing firm verbal commands to assert authority

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Removing all staff to de-stimulate the environment alone

Question 4

Which of the six SAMHSA trauma-informed care principles focuses on individuals having a voice in their own care?

Accepted Answer

Empowerment

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Trustworthiness

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Peer Support

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Cultural Sensitivity

Question 5

How does an understanding of the 'window of tolerance' help CPI staff during crisis intervention?

Accepted Answer

It helps staff recognize when a person is dysregulated and needs support to return to a manageable emotional state

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It helps staff identify when medication should be administered

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It tells staff when physical intervention protocols must begin

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It defines the legal window for documenting a crisis incident

Question 6

A staff member using a trauma-informed approach would AVOID which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Using power-based language that emphasizes control and consequences

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Acknowledging a person's feelings before redirecting behavior

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Offering a quiet space when a person is overwhelmed

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Explaining procedures transparently to reduce uncertainty