Suicide Risk Assessment Quiz

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Which of the following questions should you NOT ask your caller?

Are you (or the person you are calling about) thinking of suicide?
You're not thinking of suicide, are you?
Are you thinking of ending your life?
Are you thinking about killing yourself?

Correct Answer

A. You're not thinking of suicide, are you?

Explanation

If you're talking to somebody, and they don't seem like they're thinking of suicide, it's fairly easy to say, "You're not thinking of suicide, are you?" We really don't want to do that. We want to ask directly.

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Which of the following is considered a high-risk factor when conducting a suicide risk assessment?

A strong support system
Recent loss of a loved one
Expressing future-oriented thoughts
No history of mental illness

Correct Answer

A. Recent loss of a loved one

Explanation

A recent loss of a loved one is a significant high-risk factor in suicide risk assessments. Grief can trigger intense emotional distress, feelings of hopelessness, and isolation, all of which increase the likelihood of suicidal ideation. This risk is heightened if the individual has limited coping mechanisms or support. Assessors must closely monitor such individuals and consider intervention strategies to reduce the risk of suicide.

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4.

True or False: Suicidal people wish to escape psychological pain. Their state of extreme distress diminishes their ability to think of ways to do so, which leads some people to consider suicide as an escape.

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Suicidal people often wish to escape psychological pain, and their extreme distress can impair their ability to think of alternative ways to cope. This can lead them to consider suicide as a means of escape.

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5.

We can make outbound calls to a third party who is at imminent risk of suicide.

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

If the call-worker believes the person of interest is in imminent risk of danger to themselves or others, they may make an outbound call to the POI or 911.

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6.

Which of the following could be a caller's reason for not killing themselves?

Responsibility, commitment to family, child-related concerns, religious faith
Belief/hope that problems can be solved, future plans/hope for the future, belief that life has meaning
Self-esteem, love for self and others, moral objections to suicide, belief that suicide will not solve anything
All of the above

Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

The caller could have multiple reasons for not killing themselves. They may feel a sense of responsibility and commitment towards their family, have concerns related to their children, or have strong religious beliefs that discourage suicide. Additionally, they may believe that their problems can be solved, have future plans or hope for the future, and find meaning in life. They may also have a positive self-esteem, love for themselves and others, moral objections to suicide, and the belief that suicide will not solve anything. Therefore, all of the above reasons could contribute to the caller's decision to not end their life.

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True or False: Of people who kill themselves, most had given some clues and warnings to others of their intentions, though some of their clues may be non-verbal or difficult to detect.

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Most people who die by suicide do give some clues or warnings to others about their intentions, although these clues may not always be verbal or easy to recognize. This implies that there are often signs or indicators that can be observed or detected, allowing for the possibility of intervention or support before a tragic outcome occurs.

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Which of the following warning signs is the MOST INDICATIVE of suicide?

Verbal cues such as, "No one will have to worry about me anymore."
Loss of appetite
Feelings of guilt
Social withdrawal

Correct Answer

A. Verbal cues such as, "No one will have to worry about me anymore."

Explanation

Verbal cues such as, "No one will have to worry about me anymore" are the most indicative of suicide because they directly express a desire to end one's life and indicate a lack of concern for the well-being of others. While loss of appetite, feelings of guilt, and social withdrawal can be signs of depression or other mental health issues, they may not necessarily indicate an immediate risk of suicide. However, verbal cues that explicitly mention suicide should always be taken seriously and addressed promptly.

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9.

Which of these is NOT NECESSARILY a suicide warning sign?

Having a plan for suicide
Having the means available for stated suicide plan
Cutting
Saying, "I'm going to kill myself."

Correct Answer

A. Cutting

Explanation

Those who cut or engage in self-harm as a response to stress don't necessarily want to kill themselves.

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10.

Suicidal intent is made up of the following:

Plan or attempt in progress
Imminent plan to hurt self or others
Preparatory behaviors
Expressed intent to die
All of the above

Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

The correct answer is "All of the above." This means that all of the mentioned factors contribute to suicidal intent. If someone has a plan or is attempting to harm themselves or others, has an imminent plan to do so, engages in preparatory behaviors, and expresses a clear intent to die, it indicates a high level of suicidal intent.

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When should you alert a supervisor?

If a caller tell you about abuse of a child or elder adult.
If a caller tells you that they've already taken steps towards suicide, i.e., taken pills, cut themselves in a suicide attempt, etc.
If a caller is thinking of suicide.
A & B

Correct Answer

A. A & B

Explanation

You should alert a supervisor when a caller tells you about abuse of a child or elder adult, or when a caller tells you that they've already taken steps towards suicide, such as taking pills or cutting themselves in a suicide attempt. Both situations require immediate attention and intervention from a supervisor to ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals involved.

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Suicide Risk Assessment Quiz

True or false: People who talk about suicide are only trying to get attention. They won't really do it.

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Which of the following questions should you NOT ask your caller?

Which of the following is considered a high-risk factor when conducting a suicide risk assessment?

True or False: Suicidal people wish to escape psychological pain. Their state of extreme distress diminishes their ability to think of ways to do so, which leads some people to consider suicide as an escape.

We can make outbound calls to a third party who is at imminent risk of suicide.

Which of the following could be a caller's reason for not killing themselves?

True or False: Of people who kill themselves, most had given some clues and warnings to others of their intentions, though some of their clues may be non-verbal or difficult to detect.

Which of the following warning signs is the MOST INDICATIVE of suicide?

Which of these is NOT NECESSARILY a suicide warning sign?

Suicidal intent is made up of the following:

When should you alert a supervisor?