BEHV 5612 Module 9 Exam Questions And
Correct Answers
Functional assessment is the general label used to describe a set of processes for: -
Answer defining the events in an environment that reliably predict and maintain problem
behaviors
Functional assessment is a process of understanding: - Answer the physiological and
environmental factors that contribute to a person's problem behaviors
The purpose of a functional assessment is to - Answer gain information that will improve
the effectiveness and efficiency of behavioral interventions
Understanding the consequences that maintain problem behaviors is: - Answer an
essential element of a functional assessment
Functional assessment is not like a medical diagnosis because: - Answer The
information from a functional assessment does not allow a simple match of a problem
behavior with a prepackaged clinical intervention.
Functional assessment is a process for: - Answer redesigning environments so they
"work" for people
Problem behaviors may take many forms, such as: - Answer destruction of property
self-injurious behavior
violent and aggressive attacks
The individuals who exhibit problem behaviors may - Answer have no disability label
,be extremely intelligent
be labeled as having a disability
One of the goals of a good functional assessment is to: - Answer bring clarity and
understanding to otherwise chaotic and confusing situations
Which of the following is least important in the functional assessment process? - Answer
the diagnostic label of the individual (such as autism, emotional disturbance, Down
syndrome)
The three approaches for functional assessment are: - Answer informant methods,
direct observation, and functional analysis
If we consider problem behaviors as occurring in contexts, it becomes logical to: -
Answer change the context
Many examples of functional assessment interviews and questionnaires can be found in
the literature. In most cases, however, they share an emphasis on gaining information
about which of the following? - Answer which of the problem behaviors are causing
concern
what events and situations that occur just prior to the problem behaviors reliably
predict occurrence of problem behaviors
what events or physical conditions that occur significantly earlier in time prior to the
problem behavior increase the predictability that the problem behavior will occur
given a specific situation when the problem behavior occurs, what consequences
appear to maintain the problem behavior
When direct observation information is collected for 10 to 15 instances of the problem
behavior, it typically allows observers an opportunity to discover whether a pattern
exists that will allow determination of which of the following? - Answer when, where, and
with whom are problem behaviors most likely
what problem behaviors happen together
what consequences appear to maintain occurrence of the problem behavior
, One of the central reasons for conducting a functional assessment is to: - Answer obtain
information about when, where, and why problem behaviors occur is extremely valuable
in building effective and efficient behavioral support
Person-centered planning - Answer offers a broader context in which to build behavior
support plans
In analyzing people's activity patterns, you can address issues such as: - Answer the
degree of community integration they experience
the extent to which their preferences are reflected and accommodated
the variety of activities they perform
Many conditions including allergies, sinus or middle ear infections, premenstrual and
menstrual cycle effects, urinary tract infections, toothaches, and chronic constipation: -
Answer may exacerbate the occurrence of particular behaviors
Functional assessment is not a value-free technology and this handbook provides which
of these value-based assumptions? - Answer Functional assessment is a process for
looking at relationships between behavior and the environment.
Behavioral support must be conducted with the dignity of the person as a primary
concern.
The objective of functional assessment is not just to define and eliminate undesirable
behaviors but to understand the structure and function of those behaviors in order to
teach and promote effective alternatives
Primary outcomes of the functional assessment process involve: - Answer identification
of the consequences that maintain the problem behaviors
a clear description of the problem behaviors, including classes or sequences of
behaviors that frequently occur together
identification of the events, times, and situations that predict when the problem
behaviors will and will not occur across the full range of typical daily routines
Correct Answers
Functional assessment is the general label used to describe a set of processes for: -
Answer defining the events in an environment that reliably predict and maintain problem
behaviors
Functional assessment is a process of understanding: - Answer the physiological and
environmental factors that contribute to a person's problem behaviors
The purpose of a functional assessment is to - Answer gain information that will improve
the effectiveness and efficiency of behavioral interventions
Understanding the consequences that maintain problem behaviors is: - Answer an
essential element of a functional assessment
Functional assessment is not like a medical diagnosis because: - Answer The
information from a functional assessment does not allow a simple match of a problem
behavior with a prepackaged clinical intervention.
Functional assessment is a process for: - Answer redesigning environments so they
"work" for people
Problem behaviors may take many forms, such as: - Answer destruction of property
self-injurious behavior
violent and aggressive attacks
The individuals who exhibit problem behaviors may - Answer have no disability label
,be extremely intelligent
be labeled as having a disability
One of the goals of a good functional assessment is to: - Answer bring clarity and
understanding to otherwise chaotic and confusing situations
Which of the following is least important in the functional assessment process? - Answer
the diagnostic label of the individual (such as autism, emotional disturbance, Down
syndrome)
The three approaches for functional assessment are: - Answer informant methods,
direct observation, and functional analysis
If we consider problem behaviors as occurring in contexts, it becomes logical to: -
Answer change the context
Many examples of functional assessment interviews and questionnaires can be found in
the literature. In most cases, however, they share an emphasis on gaining information
about which of the following? - Answer which of the problem behaviors are causing
concern
what events and situations that occur just prior to the problem behaviors reliably
predict occurrence of problem behaviors
what events or physical conditions that occur significantly earlier in time prior to the
problem behavior increase the predictability that the problem behavior will occur
given a specific situation when the problem behavior occurs, what consequences
appear to maintain the problem behavior
When direct observation information is collected for 10 to 15 instances of the problem
behavior, it typically allows observers an opportunity to discover whether a pattern
exists that will allow determination of which of the following? - Answer when, where, and
with whom are problem behaviors most likely
what problem behaviors happen together
what consequences appear to maintain occurrence of the problem behavior
, One of the central reasons for conducting a functional assessment is to: - Answer obtain
information about when, where, and why problem behaviors occur is extremely valuable
in building effective and efficient behavioral support
Person-centered planning - Answer offers a broader context in which to build behavior
support plans
In analyzing people's activity patterns, you can address issues such as: - Answer the
degree of community integration they experience
the extent to which their preferences are reflected and accommodated
the variety of activities they perform
Many conditions including allergies, sinus or middle ear infections, premenstrual and
menstrual cycle effects, urinary tract infections, toothaches, and chronic constipation: -
Answer may exacerbate the occurrence of particular behaviors
Functional assessment is not a value-free technology and this handbook provides which
of these value-based assumptions? - Answer Functional assessment is a process for
looking at relationships between behavior and the environment.
Behavioral support must be conducted with the dignity of the person as a primary
concern.
The objective of functional assessment is not just to define and eliminate undesirable
behaviors but to understand the structure and function of those behaviors in order to
teach and promote effective alternatives
Primary outcomes of the functional assessment process involve: - Answer identification
of the consequences that maintain the problem behaviors
a clear description of the problem behaviors, including classes or sequences of
behaviors that frequently occur together
identification of the events, times, and situations that predict when the problem
behaviors will and will not occur across the full range of typical daily routines
