LSP Crisis Intervention & Emergency Services 3

Question 1

The concept of 'psychological debriefing' after a critical incident has been controversial primarily because research indicates it may:

Accepted Answer

Interfere with natural recovery and potentially worsen outcomes

Answer

Studies, including multiple meta-analyses, found that single-session critical incident debriefing did not prevent PTSD and could disrupt natural recovery processes.

Question 2

A psychologist receives a call from a client's family reporting the client texted goodbye messages to multiple people. The psychologist cannot reach the client by phone. The MOST appropriate next step is:

Accepted Answer

Contact emergency services for a welfare check

Answer

Imminent risk indicators such as farewell messages warrant contacting emergency services for an immediate welfare check to ensure the client's safety.

Question 3

Which term describes the phenomenon where crisis workers gradually develop secondary trauma symptoms from repeated exposure to clients' traumatic material?

Accepted Answer

Compassion fatigue

Answer

Compassion fatigue, also called secondary traumatic stress, results from the emotional residue of exposure to others' trauma and is distinct from general occupational burnout.

Question 4

A client presents to an emergency psychiatric unit after a suicide attempt by overdose. Before beginning a psychosocial assessment, the clinician should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Confirm medical clearance from the treating physician

Answer

Medical stability must be established before a psychosocial evaluation because ongoing medical compromise may affect the client's mental status and capacity.

Question 5

In the context of the LSP exam, which of the following best describes a 'protective factor' in suicide risk assessment?

Accepted Answer

Strong sense of religious prohibition against suicide

Answer

Religious or moral objections to suicide are among the well-established protective factors that can reduce the likelihood of acting on suicidal ideation.

(LSP) Licensed Specialist in Psychology Certification Practice Test

(LSP) Licensed Specialist in Psychology Certification Practice Test

LSP Crisis Intervention & Emergency Services 3