Crisis Prevention and Intervention Flashcards
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A person in crisis is given two acceptable choices (e.g., 'Would you like to go to your room or to the quiet area?'). This technique is BEST described as:
Answer: Offering limited choices to restore a sense of control
Offering limited choices gives the person a sense of control and autonomy, which can reduce escalation and promote cooperation.
When reviewing data from multiple crisis incidents, a DSP notices that crises almost always occur when a specific staff member is on shift. The MOST appropriate response is to:
Answer: Bring the pattern to a supervisor's attention for professional review
Patterns involving specific staff members require supervisor review to determine whether training, coaching, or other action is needed.
Which of the following BEST illustrates a 'proactive strategy' in a behavior support plan?
Answer: Teaching the person a communication card to request a break before becoming overwhelmed
Proactive strategies teach alternative skills (like requesting a break) that prevent crisis by addressing needs before escalation.
A DSP is alone with a person who begins a severe self-injurious behavior. After ensuring immediate safety, the NEXT priority is to:
Answer: Contact a supervisor or emergency services per the individual's crisis plan
Following the individual's crisis plan and contacting appropriate support is essential when a DSP is alone in a severe crisis.
The concept of 'therapeutic alliance' in crisis prevention suggests that:
Answer: A trusting relationship between DSP and individual reduces the frequency and severity of crises
A strong, trusting relationship between a DSP and the individual they support is itself a protective factor against crisis escalation.
Which of the following statements about physical restraint in DSP settings is MOST accurate?
Answer: Restraint should be used as a last resort only when imminent physical harm is likely
Restraint carries significant physical and psychological risks and should only be used as an absolute last resort when safety cannot be ensured otherwise.
After successfully de-escalating a crisis, a DSP should offer the person an opportunity to:
Answer: Process what happened in a calm, supportive conversation when they are ready
Once calm, a supportive conversation helps the person understand their experience and strengthens the plan to prevent future crises.