Crisis Prevention Strategies Flashcards

Which of the following is MOST consistent with TCI's approach to crisis prevention?

Answer: Identifying early warning signs and intervening before the crisis peaks

TCI emphasizes early identification of warning signs and proactive intervention to interrupt escalation before a full crisis develops.

A young person who typically acts out before lunch each day is most likely experiencing:

Answer: A predictable stress trigger related to hunger or schedule transitions

Patterns of behavior often indicate predictable triggers; identifying and addressing these is a core crisis prevention strategy in TCI.

In TCI, which of the following is considered a universal precaution for crisis prevention?

Answer: Building and maintaining positive therapeutic relationships with young people

Strong therapeutic relationships are the most powerful universal precaution in TCI - they build trust, improve communication, and reduce the likelihood of crises.

Which environmental modification would BEST support crisis prevention for a young person who is hypersensitive to noise?

Answer: Providing noise-canceling headphones or a quiet break space

Providing sensory accommodations like noise-canceling headphones directly addresses the sensory trigger and prevents stress from building to crisis levels.

According to TCI, how does staff predictability and consistency contribute to crisis prevention?

Answer: It reduces anxiety in young people by making the environment feel safe and trustworthy

Consistent, predictable caregiver behavior builds psychological safety for young people, reducing anxiety-driven escalation.

In TCI, a life space strategy used for crisis prevention includes:

Answer: Using everyday living situations as opportunities for skill-building and therapeutic interaction

TCI uses life space - everyday routines and interactions - as therapeutic opportunities to build skills, strengthen relationships, and prevent crises.