WorksheetsCPI Verbal Deescalation
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 7mins
Anxiety is a noticeable change in behavior. An example is:
A student who is normally outgoing puts his head down in class.
A student is pacing outside on the deck and talking to himself.
A student is sitting at his desk with his hands balled into a fist and is sighing.
All of the above.
When students are being defensive and verbally questioning you or not following directions, you should:
Provide support
Give them some water
Be directive and set limits
Offer to take them for a walk
The best time to process problem behavior is when a student is challenging you or acting out.
True
False
To respect personal space, you should stand at least how many feet from students?
10 or more
1.5 - 3
4 - 6
8 - 10
It is good to ignore challenging questions when a student is being defensive.
True
False
If students become belligerent, defensive or disruptive, firmly give an ultimatum.
True
False
When setting limits, it is important to:
Explain which behavior is inappropriate and why it is inappropriate.
Stand your ground and give an ultimatum.
Give choices and consequences.
Both A and C are correct.
In order for students to learn and grow safely, limit setting must be:
Reasonable and enforceable
Communicated clearly
Communicated consistently
All of the above
Is it okay to go "hands on" and use physical intervention to remove a student from your classroom if s/he refuses and stubbornly remains seated cursing you and the other students.
Yes
No
Physical intervention and restraint is the last resort due to potential risks including:
Injuries to the acting out student and/or staff
Disruption of air flow and potential
Psychological distress
All of the above
The most important thing you can do to prevent a bigger problem is to:
Use a commanding tone
Pat them gently on the back or give them a hug if you think they need it
Getting to know your students and learning what triggers them
Let them know who is boss on the first day of class
