DCJS Mental Health & Crisis Intervention 2

Question 1

Which of the following behaviors is MOST commonly associated with a subject experiencing a psychotic episode?

Accepted Answer

Hallucinations, delusions, or severely disorganized thinking

Answer

Calm, coherent speech with logical thought patterns

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Rapid calculation and hyper-focus on tasks

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Mild anxiety with controlled breathing

Question 2

A person experiencing a diabetic emergency may display symptoms similar to intoxication or mental illness. Which symptom most distinguishes a diabetic emergency?

Accepted Answer

Rapid improvement after consuming sugar

Answer

Slurred speech alone

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Aggressive behavior with no physical complaints

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Pinpoint pupils and slow breathing

Question 3

During a hostage or barricade situation involving a subject with apparent mental illness, the FIRST priority of responding officers is:

Accepted Answer

Containment and de-escalation while awaiting specialized resources

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Immediate tactical entry to neutralize the threat

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Arrest of all bystanders in the area

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Issuing an ECO without contacting a magistrate

Question 4

What is 'suicide by cop,' and why must officers be aware of it during crisis encounters?

Accepted Answer

A situation where an individual deliberately provokes officers to use deadly force as a means of ending their own life

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A legal defense used by officers who use deadly force

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A policy requiring officers to call for backup before engaging armed subjects

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A type of criminal charge filed against officers who misuse force

Question 5

Virginia's Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) is relevant to law enforcement because it:

Accepted Answer

Coordinates community-based services for troubled youth and their families

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Authorizes officers to use force on juveniles with mental illness

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Establishes mandatory minimum sentences for mental health offenses

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Requires officers to administer psychiatric medication in the field

Question 6

Which warning sign MOST strongly suggests a subject is at high risk for suicide?

Accepted Answer

Giving away prized possessions and saying goodbye to loved ones

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Expressing frustration about traffic

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Requesting to speak with a supervisor

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Asking questions about local laws

Question 7

When transporting a mentally ill subject under a TDO, where should Virginia law enforcement transport the individual?

Accepted Answer

The appropriate community services board or designated facility for evaluation

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The nearest jail for psychiatric screening

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Any hospital emergency room

Answer

The subject's home after contacting family