Exam Preview for 6791: Suicide Prevention For Health Professionals:

Suicide Prevention For Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, And Veterans Issues

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1. When is suicide screening recommended in clinical practice? During routine dental evaluations Only when a patient has made a previous suicide attempt When significant life changes or stressors are reported Only during mental health checkups
2. What makes the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) accessible across different professional roles? It is restricted to use by psychiatrists and psychologists. It requires at least 5 years of clinical experience. It can be used by a wide variety of trained professionals with minimal clinical training. t mandates licensure in psychiatry.
3. What is a primary function of the Suicide Assessment Five-step Evaluation and Triage (SAFE-T)? To evaluate suicide risk and guide intervention planning To track medication adherence To replace all other suicide screening tools To diagnose mental health disorders
4. According to the case study of the veteran named John, which of the following is a military-specific suicide risk factor? History of unemployment Combat exposure and moral injury Substance misuse Recent divorce
5. What is the recommended referral plan for a patient with high suicide risk presenting with a specific plan and intent? Referral to outpatient counseling Weekly wellness check-ins via phone Provide educational materials and follow up in one month Immediate inpatient psychiatric care and emergency services