Mental Health & Crisis Intervention Flashcards
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Which of the following behaviors is MOST commonly associated with a subject experiencing a psychotic episode?
Answer: Hallucinations, delusions, or severely disorganized thinking
Psychosis is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking that disconnect the individual from reality.
A person experiencing a diabetic emergency may display symptoms similar to intoxication or mental illness. Which symptom most distinguishes a diabetic emergency?
Answer: Rapid improvement after consuming sugar
A key indicator of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is rapid improvement in symptoms after administering glucose or sugar.
During a hostage or barricade situation involving a subject with apparent mental illness, the FIRST priority of responding officers is:
Answer: Containment and de-escalation while awaiting specialized resources
The first priority is containment and de-escalation to preserve life while specialized mental health and tactical resources are summoned.
What is 'suicide by cop,' and why must officers be aware of it during crisis encounters?
Answer: A situation where an individual deliberately provokes officers to use deadly force as a means of ending their own life
'Suicide by cop' refers to a situation where an individual intentionally provokes a deadly force response from law enforcement as a method of self-destruction, requiring officers to recognize the behavior and attempt de-escalation.
Virginia's Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) is relevant to law enforcement because it:
Answer: Coordinates community-based services for troubled youth and their families
The CSA creates a collaborative system for providing community-based services to at-risk youth and families, which officers should be aware of as a referral resource.
Which warning sign MOST strongly suggests a subject is at high risk for suicide?
Answer: Giving away prized possessions and saying goodbye to loved ones
Giving away prized possessions and saying final goodbyes are classic preparatory behaviors indicating imminent suicide risk.
When transporting a mentally ill subject under a TDO, where should Virginia law enforcement transport the individual?
Answer: The appropriate community services board or designated facility for evaluation
Virginia law requires that individuals under a TDO be transported to a designated facility or community services board location for emergency psychiatric evaluation.