Unit 20 : Victims Of Crime

In Stage one of psychological response, “Denial” is a psychological defense

mechanism that kicks in to protect a person from the full impact of what has

happened.

• True

• False

Crying spells, withdrawal, extreme hyperactivity, conflict with others, change in

hygiene and self-care are listed as behavioral responses to trauma.

• True

• False

In death notifications a helpful delivery statement could include.

• I am so sorry

• You need to be strong

• You will find closure

• Time heals all wounds

• I know how you feel

In the ripple effect to a traumatic event it progresses as follows; Immediate victim,

next EMS/Police, then finally family and friends.

• True

• False

Merriam-Webster defines _________ as A disordered psychic or behavioral state resulting from severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury.

• Purgatory

• Distress

• Trauma

• Heartbreak

PTSD patients never feel quilt or have personal responsibilities problems.

• True

• False

Re-establishing a new equilibrium/life, Re-establishing trust, Re-establishing a

future and Re-establishing meaning are recovery issues for survivors involved in a

trauma.

• True

• False

Recommended procedures for notification of death, if a child answers the door,

request to speak to his/her parents.

• True

• False

Recommended procedures for notification of death it is okay to give the identity of the deceased to the media without the permission of the family.

• True

• False

Recommended procedures for notification of death are to just call on the

telephone and inform the family of the death of a love one.

• True

• False