Asked by Xander Salazar on Jun 23, 2024

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Which situation demonstrates use of primary intervention related to crisis?

A) Implementation of suicide precautions for a depressed patient
B) Teaching stress-reduction techniques to a first-year college student
C) Assessing coping strategies used by a patient who attempted suicide
D) Referring a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia to a partial hospitalization program

Primary Intervention

Actions taken to prevent disease or injury before it occurs, by eliminating or reducing risk factors.

Suicide Precautions

Measures implemented to prevent an individual from harming or killing themselves, often used in medical or psychiatric settings.

Stress-Reduction Techniques

Methods or practices designed to decrease a person's level of stress and improve their ability to cope with stressors.

  • Distinguish between different intervention strategies applicable to specific crisis situations.
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ashley gonzalezJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Primary care-related crisis intervention promotes mental health and reduces mental illness. The incorrect options are examples of secondary or tertiary interventions.