PSS Documentation, Person-Centered Language, and Goal Setting 4

Question 1

A peer specialist documents: 'She seems unstable and is probably going to relapse.' What is wrong with this note?

Accepted Answer

It contains speculation and stigmatizing language rather than observable facts.

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It is too brief and should include more detail.

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It should name the specific substance involved.

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It should be shared with law enforcement as a precaution.

Question 2

Which approach to goal setting reflects the concept of self-determination?

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The peer identifies what they want to achieve and the specialist supports that vision.

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The peer specialist selects goals based on clinical guidelines.

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Goals are established during the intake assessment by the case manager.

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The supervisor approves all goals before they are written into the plan.

Question 3

What should a peer specialist do if asked by a colleague to share a peer's documentation without a signed release?

Accepted Answer

Decline and explain that a signed release of information is required.

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Share it since colleagues are part of the same team.

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Share a summary but not the full document.

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Ask the peer in front of the colleague if sharing is okay.

Question 4

The phrase 'person in recovery' is preferred over 'recovering addict' because:

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It acknowledges the person's identity beyond their substance use history.

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It is shorter and easier to write in notes.

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It avoids any mention of addiction which could be sensitive.

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It is the legal term required by HIPAA.

Question 5

Which element makes a goal measurable in a peer support plan?

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Specifying a concrete, observable indicator of success.

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Including the peer's diagnosis in the goal statement.

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Writing the goal in clinical terminology.

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Having the goal approved by a psychiatrist.

Question 6

When a peer discloses something sensitive during a session, a peer specialist should document it by:

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Recording only what is relevant to the peer's goals and support needs.

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Quoting the peer verbatim in full detail.

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Avoiding any documentation to protect privacy.

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Immediately sharing it with the entire care team.

Question 7

In individualized service planning, 'person-centered' means the plan is:

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Driven by the individual's own goals, values, and preferences.

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Written in simple language so anyone can read it.

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Approved by the person's family before finalization.

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Based on best practices established by clinical researchers.