CRC Crisis Intervention Skills 2

Question 1

During a crisis, a client states they have a plan to harm themselves but says they won't act on it. What is the recovery coach's FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Assess the seriousness of the plan and ensure immediate safety

Answer

Immediate safety assessment is always the first priority when a client discloses a self-harm plan.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the ABC Model of Crisis Intervention?

Accepted Answer

Affect, Behavior, Cognition

Answer

The ABC Model addresses Affect (emotional state), Behavior (actions), and Cognition (thoughts) to stabilize a person in crisis.

Question 3

A client in early recovery calls their coach in a panic after a near-relapse. What technique is most appropriate to use immediately?

Accepted Answer

Grounding techniques to reduce acute anxiety

Answer

Grounding techniques help stabilize acute anxiety and emotional dysregulation in the moment of crisis.

Question 4

When a client is in a psychiatric crisis, which action falls OUTSIDE the recovery coach's scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosing the client's mental health condition

Answer

Diagnosing mental health conditions is outside a recovery coach's scope; that role belongs to licensed clinicians.

Question 5

Which communication approach is MOST effective when a client is in emotional crisis?

Accepted Answer

Using reflective listening and validating their feelings

Answer

Reflective listening and validation de-escalate emotional intensity and build trust during a crisis.

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test