STRTP Safety and Crisis Management

Question 1

In an STRTP, a 'Crisis Support Plan' (CSP) is primarily designed to:

Accepted Answer

Identify individualized early warning signs and de-escalation strategies for a specific resident

Answer

A Crisis Support Plan is an individualized tool that identifies a resident's unique triggers, warning signs, and preferred de-escalation strategies to prevent crisis escalation.

Question 2

Which intervention must be considered before using a physical restraint on an STRTP resident?

Accepted Answer

All less restrictive de-escalation techniques

Answer

Physical restraints are a last resort; staff must attempt all less restrictive verbal and environmental de-escalation strategies before physical intervention.

Question 3

How soon after a physical restraint must an STRTP document and debrief the incident?

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours

Answer

California STRTP regulations require timely documentation and a debriefing session with the resident and staff within 24 hours of any physical restraint.

Question 4

Which of the following restraint techniques is prohibited in California STRTPs?

Accepted Answer

Any restraint that restricts breathing or places pressure on the neck

Answer

California law strictly prohibits any restraint technique that restricts breathing, including prone or supine holds with pressure on the neck or chest.

Question 5

When an STRTP resident goes AWOL (absent without leave), the facility's first required action is to:

Accepted Answer

Notify law enforcement and the placing agency immediately

Answer

An AWOL incident requires immediate notification to law enforcement and the placing agency to ensure the resident's safety.

STRTP - Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program Practice Test

STRTP - Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program Practice Test

STRTP Safety and Crisis Management