Jillian Reported to Her Therapist That She Had Been Cutting

question 8

Multiple Choice

Jillian reported to her therapist that she had been cutting over the last week to cope with stress related to her abuser's release from prison. The therapist does a thorough assessment of the client's safety and creates a safety plan with Jillian for the next week until her next scheduled appointment. How should the therapist document the crisis issues?

• A) With as little information as possible to protect Jillian's privacy
• B) In writing with clear details about the assessment process and specific actions taken to ensure the safety of Jillian
• C) The therapist should not document the crisis at all
• D) None of these is correct

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Definitions:

Slurred Speech

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Priority

The importance or precedence given to tasks or issues, based on urgency or significance.

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