MFT Crisis Intervention 2

Question 1

A client calls in acute suicidal crisis stating they have a loaded gun nearby. What is the therapist's FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Assess lethality and remove or secure access to the means

Answer

Means restriction is a critical evidence-based step; securing or removing access to lethal means significantly reduces suicide risk.

Question 2

Which crisis intervention model focuses on identifying the precipitating event, the client's perception, and coping resources?

Accepted Answer

Roberts' Seven-Stage Crisis Intervention model

Answer

Roberts' Seven-Stage model systematically addresses precipitating event, client perception, emotional support, coping assessment, and safety planning.

Question 3

During a crisis, a client exhibits dissociative symptoms and is unable to engage cognitively. The therapist should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Use grounding techniques to bring the client back to the present

Answer

Grounding techniques (5-4-3-2-1 sensory, breathing) help re-regulate the nervous system so the client can engage further.

Question 4

A survivor of sexual assault presents to your office 48 hours after the assault. Under mandatory reporting laws, what is the therapist most likely required to report?

Accepted Answer

Sexual assault of a minor to child protective services or law enforcement

Answer

Mandatory reporting laws in the U.S. consistently require therapists to report suspected child abuse, including sexual assault of minors.

Question 5

Which factor is considered a STATIC risk factor for suicide?

Accepted Answer

Previous suicide attempt

Answer

A prior suicide attempt is a historical, unchangeable (static) factor and one of the strongest predictors of future attempts.

MFT Exam Practice Test

MFT Exam Practice Test

MFT Crisis Intervention 2