1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Written/Researched By: Braedon Paul Peer Review By: Caleb Dusdal &amp;nbsp; STEP 1. [Objectives 1a/b/c, 8a] Provide reassurance and develop rapport through validation of the problem and use of active listening skills. STEP 2. [Objective 3a] Evaluate the severity of the crisis and assess the patient’s mental, psychiatric, suicidal or homicidal, and medical statuses. STEP 3. [Objective 3a/b/c, 6] Ensure the safety of the patient and others through voluntary hospitalization, involuntary commitment, securing close monitoring by family and friends, or helping to remove the patient from a dangerous situation. STEP 4. [Objective 2a/b/ , 4, 5] Stabilize the patient’s emotional status, explore options for dealing with the crisis, develop a specific action plan, and obtain commitment from the patient to follow through. STEP 5. [Objectives 2c/d] Follow up with the patient to provide ongoing support and to reinforce appropriate action. &amp;nbsp; The GenerEhlist - CCFP Exam Prep, Low Risk Obstetrics &amp; Canadian Primary Care Medicine http://www.thegenerehlist.ca <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19250402/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/104093843