RESNA ATP
RESNA ATP EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Front - correct answer Back
What is the current RESNA ATP exam length and
format? - correct answer The ATP exam is 180 multiple-
choice questions completed in 4 hours.
What scaled score is needed to pass the ATP exam? -
correct answer A scaled score of 600 on a 200 to 800 scale
is required to pass.
Which ATP exam domain carries the greatest
weight? - correct answer Assessment of Need and
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Development of Intervention Strategies - Action
Plan are each weighted at 29%.
How should Professional Conduct be viewed on the
ATP exam? - correct answer As an integrated lens applied
across all domains, not as a separate weighted
domain.
What does the service delivery process in assistive
technology cover? - correct answer It spans from first
recognition of need through assessment,
recommendation, implementation, follow-up, and
reassessment as needed.
What is the primary goal of assistive technology
service delivery? - correct answer To match a person's
abilities, goals, environments, and preferences with
effective technology and supports.
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What is a common cause of AT abandonment? - correct
answer Poor match between user needs and device
features, environments, or training/support.
What is the difference between impairment, activity
limitation, and participation restriction? - correct answer
Impairment is a body-level problem, activity
limitation affects task performance, and
participation restriction affects involvement in life
roles.
Why does the ATP exam emphasize outcomes rather
than devices alone? - correct answer Because successful AT
depends on functional use, participation, and
follow-up, not just equipment selection.
What is the best study approach for the ATP exam? -
correct answer Study the service delivery process across
domains and practice applying concepts to case
scenarios, not memorizing product brands.
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What is the ICF model used for in assistive
technology? - correct answer It frames disability in terms
of body functions/structures, activities,
participation, and contextual factors.
Why is anatomy and physiology knowledge
important for ATP practice? - correct answer It helps the
practitioner understand how body systems and
conditions affect functional performance and AT
needs.
Why is posture important in AT assessment? - correct
answer Posture affects stability, endurance, access,
breathing, swallowing, vision, and function.
What is the relationship between proximal stability
and distal function? - correct answer Stable trunk and
pelvis support more controlled and efficient
movement of the head, arms, and hands.
RESNA ATP EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Front - correct answer Back
What is the current RESNA ATP exam length and
format? - correct answer The ATP exam is 180 multiple-
choice questions completed in 4 hours.
What scaled score is needed to pass the ATP exam? -
correct answer A scaled score of 600 on a 200 to 800 scale
is required to pass.
Which ATP exam domain carries the greatest
weight? - correct answer Assessment of Need and
,RESNA ATP
Development of Intervention Strategies - Action
Plan are each weighted at 29%.
How should Professional Conduct be viewed on the
ATP exam? - correct answer As an integrated lens applied
across all domains, not as a separate weighted
domain.
What does the service delivery process in assistive
technology cover? - correct answer It spans from first
recognition of need through assessment,
recommendation, implementation, follow-up, and
reassessment as needed.
What is the primary goal of assistive technology
service delivery? - correct answer To match a person's
abilities, goals, environments, and preferences with
effective technology and supports.
,RESNA ATP
What is a common cause of AT abandonment? - correct
answer Poor match between user needs and device
features, environments, or training/support.
What is the difference between impairment, activity
limitation, and participation restriction? - correct answer
Impairment is a body-level problem, activity
limitation affects task performance, and
participation restriction affects involvement in life
roles.
Why does the ATP exam emphasize outcomes rather
than devices alone? - correct answer Because successful AT
depends on functional use, participation, and
follow-up, not just equipment selection.
What is the best study approach for the ATP exam? -
correct answer Study the service delivery process across
domains and practice applying concepts to case
scenarios, not memorizing product brands.
, RESNA ATP
What is the ICF model used for in assistive
technology? - correct answer It frames disability in terms
of body functions/structures, activities,
participation, and contextual factors.
Why is anatomy and physiology knowledge
important for ATP practice? - correct answer It helps the
practitioner understand how body systems and
conditions affect functional performance and AT
needs.
Why is posture important in AT assessment? - correct
answer Posture affects stability, endurance, access,
breathing, swallowing, vision, and function.
What is the relationship between proximal stability
and distal function? - correct answer Stable trunk and
pelvis support more controlled and efficient
movement of the head, arms, and hands.
