Developing and Using Individual Crisis Management Plans (ICMPs) Flashcards

An Individual Crisis Management Plan (ICMP) in TCI is BEST described as:

Answer: A personalized, proactive plan outlining triggers, early warning signs, and effective support strategies

An ICMP is a proactive, personalized planning tool that equips staff with individualized strategies for preventing and responding to crises.

Who should IDEALLY be involved in developing a young person's ICMP in TCI?

Answer: The young person, their family, and the care team collaboratively

TCI advocates for collaborative development of ICMPs that includes the young person, their family, and the full care team to ensure comprehensive, person-centered planning.

In an ICMP, early warning signs refer to:

Answer: Observable behavioral, verbal, or physical indicators that stress is rising before full escalation

Early warning signs are the individualized, observable cues that signal a young person's stress is escalating before they reach crisis level.

How often should an ICMP be reviewed and updated according to TCI best practice?

Answer: Regularly, on a scheduled basis, and after any significant crisis or change in the young person's situation

ICMPs should be reviewed regularly and after significant events to ensure they remain accurate and effective as the young person changes.

Which element of an ICMP specifically addresses what staff should do to help the young person RECOVER after a crisis?

Answer: Post-crisis support strategies

Post-crisis support strategies outline the individualized steps that help the young person return to baseline and process what happened.

An ICMP that identifies a young person's preferred de-escalation strategies reflects which core TCI value?

Answer: Person-centered, individualized care

Identifying and using a young person's preferred strategies reflects TCI's commitment to person-centered, individualized care.