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This is a review of A Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Plan. You must answer 80% of the questions correctly to continue to the next module.

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Question 1 of 7

1. Question
Which of the following is TRUE about profiles in correctional facilities?
- In pre-trial detention facilities, the typical individual who attempts suicide is older with no previous mental health issues. Most attempts occur within the first 24 hours of incarceration.
- In the sentenced population, the typical individual who attempts suicide is 18-25 with previous mental health issues. Most attempts occur within the first 24 hours of incarceration.
- In the sentenced population, the typical individual who attempts suicide is a violent offender who has been incarcerated for 4-5 years. The action is sometimes precipitated by some conflict that increases stress.
- They cannot be used because profiling is against the law.
Question 2 of 7

2. Question
Most suicides in corrections occur through drug overdose (after hoarding).
- True
- False
Question 3 of 7

3. Question
Common psychosocial factors in the suicidal patient include
- poor family support
- prior suicide attempt
- overall feelings of hopelessness
- All of the above are psychosocial factors in suicide.
Question 4 of 7

4. Question
Which is true about women in correctional facilities regarding suicidal ideation and actions?
- Women attempt suicide and succeed more than men
- Profiles have been established and should be closely followed without deviation.
- Women have a high rate of mental illness that may make them prone to suicide attempt.
- All of the above statements are correct.
Question 5 of 7

5. Question
All security and healthcare staff should be trained in suicide prevention. What is true about this training?
- It should include topics like risk factors, identification of abnormal behaviors, reporting concerns and maintaining safety, suicide precautions and suicide watches
- It should be done once every 5 years.
- It does not need to include training about the Intake Screening form and criteria.
- All of the above statements are true.
Question 6 of 7

6. Question
The screening at Intake is very important in determining those individuals who enter the facility and are at risk. Which of the following attributes are considered a risk factor that warrant follow-up for the individual?
- The individual expresses unusually high levels of shame, guilt, and worry over the arrest and incarceration.
- The individual displays an unusual or bizarre manner, such as difficulty to focus attention, talking to self, or hearing voices.
- The individual expresses hopelessness or fear about the future, or shows signs of depression, such as crying, lack of emotions, or lack of verbal expression.
- All of the above are signs that the individual needs to be evaluated further.
Question 7 of 7

7. Question
Managing the individual after screening and identification is vital to continued safety. What are the components of a comprehensive management program for individuals identified as high-risk for suicide?
- Monitoring, reporting mental health conditions and social interaction
- Monitoring, social intervention and a suicide safe environment
- Isolation/"quiet time", suicide safe environment and mental health treatment
- Mental health treatment, monitoring and isolation/"quiet time"

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