FREE TCI Behavior Support and Intervention Hierarchy Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to the TCI Intervention Hierarchy, what is the foundation and first level of intervention?

Accepted Answer

Proactive and Environmental Strategies

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Physical Restraint

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Crisis Co-regulation

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Emotional First Aid

Question 2

Which of the following is the best example of 'Managing the Environment' as a behavior support technique?

Accepted Answer

Removing a distracting object from a child's desk before a lesson.

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Telling a child to 'calm down'.

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Placing a child in time-out after they misbehave.

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Praising a child for good behavior.

Question 3

A staff member says, 'I can see you're really angry that the game is over. It's tough to stop when you're having fun.' This statement is an example of what TCI technique?

Accepted Answer

Active Listening and Validation

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Setting Limits

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Directive Statement

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Applying a Consequence

Question 4

In the TCI Intervention Hierarchy, when are 'Safety Interventions' such as physical restraint permitted?

Accepted Answer

When a child poses an immediate, serious danger to self or others.

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When a child is being defiant and refusing to follow directions.

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To prevent minor property damage, like tearing a book.

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As soon as a child begins to yell loudly.

Question 5

What is the primary goal of 'Crisis Co-regulation' during a moment of crisis?

Accepted Answer

To provide support that helps the child regain self-control.

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To teach the child a new social skill in the moment.

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To distract the child from the source of their anger.

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To overpower the child and force compliance with rules.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT considered a proactive/preventative strategy in TCI?

Accepted Answer

Using Emotional First Aid.

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Building caring relationships with children.

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Setting clear and consistent expectations and routines.

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Managing the physical environment to reduce triggers.