CISM Defusing is defined as:

• A. A debrief that is more detailed than a full debrief
• B. A mini debrief not as detailed or long as full debrief, performed immediately after incident
• C. A peer-to-peer debrief session
• D. A written incident summary

Answer: (B)

Defusing is an early, brief, structured discussion used in CISM to address immediate emotional and cognitive reactions after a critical incident. It is conducted soon after the event, typically within hours, and is shorter and less detailed than a full debrief. The goal is to prevent escalation of stress and identify people who may need further support, not to produce a comprehensive record. The option that describes a mini debrief, not as detailed or long as a full debrief, performed immediately after the incident, matches this concept. A full debrief is more detailed and longer and often occurs later; a simple peer discussion may not be structured or official, and a written incident summary is documentation rather than a debrief.