An effective way of evaluating learning provided by crisis intervention therapy is to:
1. Ask what the client would do if a similar situation occurred
2. Discuss perceived need for further therapy
3. Ask whether the client thinks past mistakes will be repeated
4. Determine whether the client thinks medication would be helpful
ANS: 1
This question is part of anticipatory planning. It provides a stimulus for clients to repeat what was learned during crisis intervention therapy. The other options will not provide data relevant to evaluation of learning.
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