CPI Post-Incident Debriefing & Documentation Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes the 'SBAR' format sometimes used in crisis incident reporting?
Answer: Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation — a structured communication tool
SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) is a standardized communication framework used to convey critical information clearly and concisely.
A root cause analysis (RCA) after a crisis event is intended to:
Answer: Uncover systemic factors and underlying causes that contributed to the incident
RCA digs beneath surface behaviors to identify environmental, systemic, and procedural factors, enabling prevention rather than blame.
In post-incident support, 'psychological first aid' for staff primarily involves:
Answer: Providing a safe space, normalizing stress reactions, and connecting staff with available resources
Psychological first aid offers practical, compassionate support that normalizes reactions, reduces distress, and connects individuals to resources without forcing premature processing.
Why is it important to document the LEAST restrictive intervention attempted before any physical intervention in a crisis report?
Answer: To demonstrate procedural compliance and show a graduated response was used
Documenting least-restrictive attempts demonstrates that all reasonable verbal and non-physical strategies were tried before escalating, supporting ethical and legal compliance.
Which of the following should be included when documenting the post-incident condition of the individual served?
Answer: Observable physical condition, emotional state, and any injuries or complaints noted
Documenting observable physical condition, emotional state, and any injuries creates a complete, objective record for medical follow-up and quality review.
Confidentiality requirements in CPI incident documentation require staff to:
Answer: Limit access to reports to those with a legitimate need to know in compliance with applicable privacy laws
Incident reports contain protected health information and must be shared only with those having a legitimate, role-based need in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policy.