EMR Chapter 11

Which of the following MOST accurately defines a behavioral emergency?

A person exhibits abnormal, unacceptable behavior that cannot be tolerated by family, friends, or the community.

During a crisis situation, it is often easier for the patient or a family member to vent his or her feelings on:

An unknown person

The MOST difficult emotional reaction for the (EMR) to deal with objectively is:

Anger

Common factors that contribute to negative behavioral changes include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Decreased responsibility at work

The first phase of a situation crisis, which is characterized by cool and clammy skin, nausea and vomiting, and general inactivity, is called:

Emotional shock

Which of the following statements regarding a situational crisis is correct?

Most situational crises are sudden and unexpected and cannot be handled by a persons usual coping mechanisms

Behavior that is characterized by defective or lost contact with reality is called:

Psychotic behavior

Which of the following is caused by a sudden and disruptive event such as a physical illness or death of a loved one?

Situational crisis