Alzheimer’s Delirium and Dementia Q 16
The most critical factor for nurse Linda to determine during crisis intervention would be the client’s:
A. Available situational supports.
B. Willingness to restructure the personality.
C. Developmental theory.
D. Underlying unconscious conflict.
Correct Answer: A. Available situational supports
Personal internal strength and supportive individuals are critical factors that can be employed to assist the individual to cope with a crisis. A crisis intervention is an immediate and short-term emergency response to mental, emotional, physical, and behavioral distress. Crisis interventions help to restore an individual’s equilibrium to their biopsychosocial functioning and minimize the potential for long-term trauma or distress.
Option B: Many crisis interventions are conducted by certified crisis intervention counselors at hospitals, clinics, social services, drug rehab centers, or an individual’s home. Crisis counseling is not intended to provide psychotherapy or similar treatment but offers a short-term intervention to help clients receive assistance, resources, stabilization, and support.
Option C: There are numerous crisis intervention procedures, all of which aim to restore stabilization in people who have been affected by a crisis. A person dealing with a crisis may be severely depressed, and even suicidal, so having these procedures in place helps to ensure the best and fastest care possible. The Seven-Stage Crisis Intervention Model, SAFER-R Model, and The 10 Stages of Acute Traumatic Stress Management (ATSM) create one comprehensive model that can be utilized in nearly all crisis situations.
Option D: A crisis intervention is most commonly used for treating trauma and other mental health issues, but many people suffering from substance abuse will relapse as a result of a crisis situation. Crisis intervention may help an individual learn healthy coping techniques to replace alcohol or other drugs before abuse of them becomes a bigger issue