unit 1.2

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define the term role

the characteristic and expected social behavior of an individual
define the term occupational role

behaviors performed in course of pursuing one job or vocational roles
state when role conflict occurs

when the officer perceives a clash between competing perceptions, vales and standards when deciding what behavior is appropriate
define the term stress

a state of physical and psychological arousal
state the four categories of stress
- cognitive
- physical
- emotional
- behavioral
state the initial intervention techniques to be utilized after a critical incident
- physical exercise
- structured time
- talking to friends and family
- eating healthy
- no major life changes
define critical incident

a specific event which causes strong emotional reactions and which has the potential to interfere with the ability to function at the scene or later
state the seven traditional criteria of a profession
- specific body of knowledge
- extensive prep through education and training
- code of ethics
- licensing, regulation by boards and training
- relative professional autonomy
- public acknowledgement of status
define discretion

the use of individual judgment by officers in making decisions as to which of several behavioral responses is appropriate in specific situations

Author:	simoncic
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Card Set:	unit 1.2
Updated:	2014-04-28 02:41:06
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Description:	role of the American peace officer
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