Question 1

​Of the following,which is not a major reason for community mental health centers' decrease in service to the chronically mentally ill?

Accepted Answer

The primary reasons for the decrease in service to the chronically mentally ill at community mental health centers include financial constraints, a shift in focus towards clients who are perceived as easier or more rewarding to treat, and systemic changes that have led to more mentally ill individuals being released into the community. The inability to find qualified therapists is not cited as a major reason for the decrease in service, as the issues are more related to policy, funding, and institutional priorities.

Question 2

On an initial visit to a mental health clinic,which of the following is not true?​

Accepted Answer

It is unlikely that a client would be left alone after their first visit to a mental health clinic. The worker would want to ensure that the client is safe and has access to any necessary follow-up appointments or support.

Question 3

The police Crisis Intervention Team concept has developed because:​

Accepted Answer

The police Crisis Intervention Team concept has developed because police officers often encounter people in crisis. The goal of Crisis Intervention Teams is to provide law enforcement officers with the specialized training needed to handle crisis situations involving individuals with mental illness or other behavioral health issues.

Question 4

In outline form,indicate the differences between long term therapy and crisis intervention.

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Question 5

​In long-term therapy,one of the times that there is a major risk of a crisis occurring is:

Accepted Answer

The end of therapy can be a significant time for clients as they prepare to transition out of the therapeutic relationship, which can bring up unresolved issues or feelings of loss, potentially leading to a crisis.

Question 6

You are the supervisor of a mobile crisis team in a rural area of the state.You have been invited to help train local law enforcement personnel as first responders for people in crisis.What do you want to include in the training program?

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Question 7

The difference between the goal of a long-term therapist and a crisis interventionist would be:​

Accepted Answer

A long-term therapist aims to help clients achieve comprehensive personality change, while a crisis interventionist focuses on restoring precrisis functioning. The goals of these two types of therapy are different, with long-term therapy focusing on broader and ongoing personal growth, while crisis interventionist focuses on immediate stabilization and support.

Question 8

The mobile crisis team operates because:​

Accepted Answer

The mobile crisis team operates in order to provide services to clients who may not be able to physically travel to a facility, such as geriatric or disabled clients.

Question 9

Crisis Intervention Team police officers are:​

Accepted Answer

Crisis Intervention Team police officers are trained to respond to expressive acts, which may involve individuals with mental health issues, and maintenance of order calls, which may involve situations such as disturbances or public intoxication. They work in collaboration with mental health professionals and are not meant to replace mobile crisis workers or specialized police teams like TAC or SWAT. They are trained to deescalate situations and use communication instead of force whenever possible.

Question 10

De-escalation and defusing techniques for CIT officers first start with:​

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Question 11

A new client has just arrived at the community mental health clinic where you function as the crisis worker.She tells you about all of her problems,including a history of mental health treatment and homelessness.What will you tell her about the process of how your clinic will help her?

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Question 12

One of the first things a worker should do with long-term clients is:​

Accepted Answer

Establishing effective ground rules with long-term clients is important as it sets the tone for the ongoing relationship and ensures that both parties have a clear understanding of what is expected. This can include things like confidentiality, communication methods, and scheduling. Selecting compatible clients and crisis topics may also be important, but these are typically addressed in the initial intake session rather than with long-term clients. Getting a commitment to a specific plan of action prior to the meeting may also be helpful, but it is not necessarily one of the first things a worker should do with long-term clients.

Question 13

One of the most difficult,manipulative types of long-term clients to deal with is the ____________ personality disorder client.​

Accepted Answer

Borderline personality disorder clients often exhibit intense emotions, fear of abandonment, and manipulative behaviors, making them challenging to manage in long-term therapeutic settings.

Question 14

A modern,full-service community mental health clinic has several options to handle crisis clients.Such options may be:​

Accepted Answer

Mobile crisis teams are the best option for handling crisis clients as they provide immediate and flexible response to the client's needs in their natural environment. This approach is less stigmatizing and more effective for engaging the client and reducing the risk of harm to self or others. In-house therapeutic treatment facilities, commitment to long-term care facilities, and reliance on police intervention should only be considered if the crisis is severe and the client is at risk of harm to self or others.

Question 15

​One of the more puzzling aspects of therapy and one that escalates to crisis proportions is:

Accepted Answer

Falling apart over seemingly insignificant tasks after accomplishing more difficult ones can be puzzling in therapy, as it may indicate underlying issues such as stress, anxiety, or unresolved emotional conflicts that become overwhelming in seemingly less challenging contexts.

Question 16

In a regularly scheduled meeting with a long-term client,while discussing an employment change,your client becomes anxious and his behavior regresses dramatically.What may be happening with the client?​

Accepted Answer

The client's behaviors regressing dramatically during a meeting about an employment change suggests they may be experiencing a transcrisis, which is a temporary worsening of symptoms due to a stressful event or change. This can often happen with long-term clients who have mental health conditions or disabilities, especially if they are not prepared for the change or are struggling with feelings of loss or uncertainty. It is important to provide support and resources to help the client manage their symptoms during this time.

Question 17

Typical CIT training includes learning all of the following except:​

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Question 18

Crises may suddenly occur even when clients are successful in overcoming the crisis because they:​

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Of the following strategies,which would work best with a person with borderline personality disorder?​

Accepted Answer

People with borderline personality disorder often struggle with boundary issues and may benefit from clear and consistent boundaries. Being firm with clear-cut rules and boundaries can help them feel more secure and less likely to engage in impulsive or self-destructive behaviors. It is important to remember that individuals with borderline personality disorder can have intense emotional reactions, and therefore it is important to approach boundary-setting in a sensitive and empathetic way. The other options, such as debating or confronting, may only exacerbate the situation and lead to more conflict. Focusing on their talents may be helpful in building self-esteem but may not be directly related to addressing the symptoms of borderline personality disorder.

Quiz 5: Crisis Case Handling

​Of the following,which is not a major reason for community mental health centers' decrease in service to the chronically mentally ill?

On an initial visit to a mental health clinic,which of the following is not true?​

The police Crisis Intervention Team concept has developed because:​

In outline form,indicate the differences between long term therapy and crisis intervention.

​In long-term therapy,one of the times that there is a major risk of a crisis occurring is:

You are the supervisor of a mobile crisis team in a rural area of the state.You have been invited to help train local law enforcement personnel as first responders for people in crisis.What do you want to include in the training program?

The difference between the goal of a long-term therapist and a crisis interventionist would be:​

The mobile crisis team operates because:​

Crisis Intervention Team police officers are:​

De-escalation and defusing techniques for CIT officers first start with:​

A new client has just arrived at the community mental health clinic where you function as the crisis worker.She tells you about all of her problems,including a history of mental health treatment and homelessness.What will you tell her about the process of how your clinic will help her?

One of the first things a worker should do with long-term clients is:​

One of the most difficult,manipulative types of long-term clients to deal with is the ____________ personality disorder client.​

A modern,full-service community mental health clinic has several options to handle crisis clients.Such options may be:​

​One of the more puzzling aspects of therapy and one that escalates to crisis proportions is:

In a regularly scheduled meeting with a long-term client,while discussing an employment change,your client becomes anxious and his behavior regresses dramatically.What may be happening with the client?​

Typical CIT training includes learning all of the following except:​

Crises may suddenly occur even when clients are successful in overcoming the crisis because they:​

Of the following strategies,which would work best with a person with borderline personality disorder?​

Of the following,which is not a major reason for community mental health centers' decrease in service to the chronically mentally ill?

On an initial visit to a mental health clinic,which of the following is not true?

The police Crisis Intervention Team concept has developed because:

In long-term therapy,one of the times that there is a major risk of a crisis occurring is:

The difference between the goal of a long-term therapist and a crisis interventionist would be:

The mobile crisis team operates because:

Crisis Intervention Team police officers are:

De-escalation and defusing techniques for CIT officers first start with:

One of the first things a worker should do with long-term clients is:

One of the most difficult,manipulative types of long-term clients to deal with is the ____________ personality disorder client.

A modern,full-service community mental health clinic has several options to handle crisis clients.Such options may be:

One of the more puzzling aspects of therapy and one that escalates to crisis proportions is:

In a regularly scheduled meeting with a long-term client,while discussing an employment change,your client becomes anxious and his behavior regresses dramatically.What may be happening with the client?

Typical CIT training includes learning all of the following except:

Crises may suddenly occur even when clients are successful in overcoming the crisis because they:

Of the following strategies,which would work best with a person with borderline personality disorder?