STRTP Discharge Planning and Transitions 2

Question 1

A discharge summary in an STRTP must include which of the following core elements?

Accepted Answer

Treatment goals addressed, progress made, services received, and recommendations for aftercare

Answer

A complete discharge summary documents the resident's treatment history, progress, services received, and recommended aftercare to ensure continuity of care.

Question 2

Under California law, an STRTP must provide a resident's family (when appropriate) with information about community resources at discharge because:

Accepted Answer

Families need support to sustain the resident's gains and prevent re-entry into residential care

Answer

Providing families with resource information supports the sustainability of treatment gains and helps prevent placement breakdown and re-entry into higher levels of care.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'warm handoff' in the context of STRTP discharge transitions?

Accepted Answer

A direct personal introduction or connection between the resident and the next provider before discharge

Answer

A warm handoff involves facilitating a direct connection between the resident and their new provider before discharge to reduce anxiety and improve continuity.

Question 4

When a resident is discharged from an STRTP to reunify with their family, which clinical service is most commonly recommended to sustain progress?

Accepted Answer

Family therapy and in-home support services

Answer

Family therapy and in-home support services help maintain therapeutic gains and strengthen the family system following residential treatment.

Question 5

A 'Transitional Independent Living Plan' (TILP) is required for foster youth in California at what age?

Accepted Answer

Age 16

Answer

California law requires a Transitional Independent Living Plan to be developed for foster youth beginning at age 16 to support their preparation for adulthood.

STRTP - Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program Practice Test

STRTP - Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program Practice Test

STRTP Discharge Planning and Transitions 2