Description:

This course covers the assessment and prehospital management of behavioral health emergencies including crisis situations, suicidal ideation, psychosis, substance abuse, and more. Explore best practices for interacting with individuals in crisis and techniques for de-escalation.

Key Highlights:

• Assessment and management of crisis situations
• Understanding suicidal ideation and interventions
• Managing psychosis and behavioral disturbances
• Addressing substance abuse in emergency situations

What you will learn:

• Identify signs of behavioral health emergencies
  Learn to recognize the warning signs and symptoms of individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.
• Effectively manage crisis situations
  Develop skills to assess and intervene in various behavioral health emergencies to ensure safety and promote stabilization.
• Enhance de-escalation techniques
  Understand strategies for calming and de-escalating individuals in crisis through effective communication and intervention.