PSS Documentation, Person-Centered Language, and Goal Setting 3

Question 1

Which statement uses person-first language correctly?

Accepted Answer

She is a person living with schizophrenia.

Answer

Person-first language places the individual before the diagnosis ('person living with'), acknowledging their humanity first.

Question 2

A peer specialist notices that a goal set three months ago is no longer relevant to the peer's life. What should happen?

Accepted Answer

Collaborate with the peer to revise or replace the goal.

Answer

Goals should be living documents that evolve with the individual's changing circumstances and priorities.

Question 3

Which term should a peer specialist AVOID when documenting services?

Accepted Answer

Frequent flyer

Answer

'Frequent flyer' is a derogatory term used in some systems to stigmatize people who use services often and is never appropriate in documentation.

Question 4

What does 'timely documentation' mean in peer support practice?

Accepted Answer

Recording interactions as soon as reasonably possible after they occur.

Answer

Timely documentation means recording information shortly after the interaction to ensure accuracy and accountability.

Question 5

A peer's goal states: 'I want to feel better.' How should a peer specialist respond?

Accepted Answer

Help the peer define what 'feel better' looks like in specific, measurable terms.

Answer

Vague goals need to be made specific and measurable so progress can be tracked; this should happen through collaborative conversation.

(PSS) Certified Peer Support Specialist Practice Test