Interacting with persons effects by MI Flashcards
What are some indicators used to assess potential danger in individuals affected by mental illness or in crisis?
Availability of weapons, violent statements, violent history, self-control, response to changes.
What are some examples of delusions that individuals affected by mental illness may experience?
Delusions of grandeur, paranoid delusions.
What behaviors may indicate a lack of self-control in individuals affected by mental illness or in crisis?
Extreme agitation, inability to sit still, wide eyes, rambling thoughts and speech.
How can the environment’s volatility impact individuals affected by mental illness or in crisis?
It can incite violence or affect the person’s behavior.
What behavioral change might occur in individuals affected by mental illness or emotional crisis based on external triggers?
From calm and command-responsive to physically active.
What should officers continually evaluate in the environment when dealing with individuals affected by mental illness or in crisis?
Agitators that may affect the person or incite violence.
What may sudden negative responses to changes in officer proximity indicate in individuals affected by mental illness or in crisis?
A sign of lack of self-control.
When should Emergency Care Unit be requested for a person exhibiting signs of Excited Delirium?
As soon as possible
What report is required for encountering a mentally ill person who does not meet Emergency Detention criteria?
Crisis Intervention Report (E-Crisis report)
What should officers do if they transport an individual voluntarily agreeing to be taken to a psychiatric facility?
Take them to the admissions office and inform hospital personnel.
Where should an individual be taken for evaluation under KRS 202A.041 if believed to be mentally ill and a danger to self or others?
A psychiatric facility, preferably Eastern State Hospital (ESH)
When can restraints be used on an individual according to 908 KAR 2:090 Decriminalization of Mental Illness?
If the individual exhibits or is threatening to exhibit assaultive or self-injurious behavior.
What are the potential causes of the inability to breathe properly?
The body’s position, compromise or blocking of the airway, mental condition, substance presence, and anatomy.
Why is the ‘hog-tied’ body position considered risky?
It interferes with breathing, leading to positional asphyxia, potentially causing suffocation or unconsciousness.
How should law enforcement officers respond to individuals affected by mental illness?
With compassion, respect, and effective intervention, ensuring safety for all involved.
What role do law enforcement officers play in responding to mental health crises?
They must be fully prepared, make difficult judgments, and use special skills to de-escalate safely.
What training requirements are outlined for law enforcement officers in dealing with mental illness?
Entry-level training, triennial refresher training, crisis intervention team training, and recognition of abnormal behavior.
Who is expected to diagnose mental illness according to the course notes?
Trained mental health professionals, not officers or civilian employees.
What are officers and civilian employees expected to do regarding mental illness?
Recognize behaviors suggestive of mental illness or crisis, focusing on indicators of potential danger.
What signs and symptoms should officers and civilian employees pay attention to regarding mental illness?
Generalized behaviors indicating mental illness or crisis, excluding reactions to substances like alcohol or psychoactive drugs.
What is the purpose of completing supplement reports in the context of serving mental health warrants?
To document observations made and actions taken by assisting officers.
What should be included in the mental health packet when serving a mental health warrant?
A copy of the complaint for ESH, a copy of the complaint for the person, and the judge’s warrant.
What is the procedure for serving the Emergency Services Hospital (ESH) and the person subject to the mental health warrants?
Serve ESH and the person with copies of the complaint, complete a citation, and sign the warrant.
When serving a mental health warrant, what should the officer do with the executed warrant?
Sign and return the executed warrant to the front window of District Court.
Which individuals can be recommended for a mental competency assessment by a judge within the Mental Health Court’s Diversion Program?
Subjects charged with at least a Class B Misdemeanor displaying deteriorating mental health signs.
What is the purpose of the Mental Health Court Program regarding individuals with mental health issues?
To assist those displaying signs of deteriorating mental health conditions and reduce recidivism rates.
How can an officer recommend a subject for evaluation by mental health professionals into the Mental Health Court Program?
Contact the Mental Health Court Coordinator or Fayette County Prosecutor with subject details.
What kind of subjects will the Mental Health Court Program not allow?
Those previously convicted of sex crimes or violent offenses.
What reports are University of Kentucky Police officers responsible for at Eastern State Hospital?
Taking all reports of incidents that occur on the property of Eastern State Hospital.
In what instances shall officers transport mentally ill individuals without a court order?
Absent a court order directing an officer otherwise.
What circumstances trigger the duty for mental health professionals to warn of violent behavior?
When a patient communicates an actual threat of physical violence or a specific violent act.
Which professionals fall under the definition of ‘mental health professional’ according to the provided text?
Physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, therapists, counselors, art therapists, and pastoral counselors.
How can a mental health professional discharge the duty to warn an intended victim of a patient’s threat of violence?
By making reasonable efforts to communicate the threat to the victim and notify the police.
Under what circumstances does a mental health professional not incur monetary liability for failing to predict or warn of a patient’s violent behavior?
When the patient has not communicated a threat of physical violence or a specific violent act.
What are the responsibilities of an officer when notified of a threat of violence communicated by a patient’s mental health professional?
Contact the mental health professional to obtain specific information.
