CERT Unit 5: Disaster Psychology Flashcard

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What is a component of "psychological first aid" mentioned in CERT Unit 5?

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Offering emotional support

Front

What are CERT volunteers at risk of experiencing during a disaster?

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Psychological effects

Front

What should CERT volunteers learn about to help them during disasters?

Back

Team organization

Front

What is NOT a psychological effect mentioned in the text that CERT volunteers might experience? Options: Intense sadness, Frustration, Traumatic grief, Physical pain

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Physical pain

Front

What is one of the unit objectives for CERT volunteers?

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Understand disaster trauma for survivors and rescuers

Front

What does the text suggest is important for successful teams?

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Looking out for each other

Front

Which of the following is NOT a normal stress reaction to disaster environments?

• Feeling unsafe and insecure
• Experiencing joy and happiness
• Dealing with personal losses
• Assisting injured neighbors

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Experiencing joy and happiness

Front

What is the term for the stress response where a person experiences tonic immobility?

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Fright

Front

Which of the following is a symptom of vicarious trauma?

• Secondary traumatic stress
• Physical exhaustion
• Increased appetite
• Enhanced memory

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Secondary traumatic stress

Front

What is the term for the stress response where a person experiences fear-induced fainting?

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Faint