PSY7710 Test 7 Questions And
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As a BCBA, sometimes we train others (for example, teachers, parents, or
paraprofessionals) to assist with implementing the prescribed interventions. Which of
the following is an acceptable method for training parents?
a. Demonstrate the procedure, have the parents practice, provide feedback, have them
try again, and so on, until they correctly implement the procedure.
b. Provide parents with a written copy of the Positive Behavior Improvement Plan and
ask if there are any questions.
c. Explain the Positive Behavior Improvement Plan to the parents, and provide a written
copy for them to refer to if they have questions after you leave.
d. All of the other answers are acceptable methods for training others to implement a
plan. - ANSWER a. Demonstrate the procedure, have the parents practice, provide
feedback, have them try again, and so on, until they correctly implement the procedure.
What should not be a consideration when considering the use of virtual supervision for a
client?
a. Security of the Internet connection when using real-time video.
b. Convenience for the behavior analyst.
c. How quality of services may be impacted.
d. Amount of experience with virtual supervision. - ANSWER b. Convenience for the
behavior analyst.
Behavior analysts are responsible for being familiar with and upholding ethical
guidelines for their own protection and for the protection of clients. It is also critical for
behavior analysts to preserve and enhance the field and reputation of behavior analysis
in general. There are several ways this can be accomplished by behavior analysts,
including but not limited to:
a. Promoting the field of behavior analysis to the public.
b. Monitoring and reporting others in the professional community who may misrepresent
themselves as certified behavior analysts.
c. Participating in local, state, national, or international behavior analytic organizations
, and conferences.
d. All of the other answers are correct. - ANSWER d. All of the other answers are
correct.
It is generally good practice to mind your own business. How does this recommendation
apply to behavior analysts?
a. Each behavior analyst should only be concerned about their own ethical conduct.
b. Behavior analysts should only be concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues
who are behavior analysts.
c. Behavior analysts should be concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues who
are behavior analysts or nonbehavioral professionals.
d. Behavior analysts should only be concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues
who are nonbehavioral professionals. - ANSWER c. Behavior analysts should be
concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues who are behavior analysts or
nonbehavioral professionals.
A behavior analyst may be concerned about a possible ethical violation by a colleague.
When an informal resolution appears appropriate and intervening does not violate any
confidentiality rights, the behavior analyst may approach the person as a trusted
colleague, neutrally ask about the situation, discuss the relevant guidelines, and
achieve an acceptable resolution. An exception to pursuing resolution in this manner is
when the violation is:
a. Immoral.
b. An illegal act or abusive to a vulnerable client.
c. Justifiable (such as retaliatory).
d. Complicated. - ANSWER b. An illegal act or abusive to a vulnerable client.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the BACB ethical code element on
responsibility to society?
a. Behavior analysts should not make public statements that may be construed as false
or deceptive because of the omission of important information.
b. Responsibility for deceptive, misleading, or inaccurate statements made by other
persons about the positive work of a behavior analyst belongs solely to the person who
made those statements.
c. It is acceptable to ask past clients to provide quotable statements in support of a
behavior analyst's previous work. In order to compete with nonbehavioral professionals,
it is acceptable to advertise only positive testimonials. One need not worry about
including a disclaimer that positive outcomes may not be achieved in every case.
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As a BCBA, sometimes we train others (for example, teachers, parents, or
paraprofessionals) to assist with implementing the prescribed interventions. Which of
the following is an acceptable method for training parents?
a. Demonstrate the procedure, have the parents practice, provide feedback, have them
try again, and so on, until they correctly implement the procedure.
b. Provide parents with a written copy of the Positive Behavior Improvement Plan and
ask if there are any questions.
c. Explain the Positive Behavior Improvement Plan to the parents, and provide a written
copy for them to refer to if they have questions after you leave.
d. All of the other answers are acceptable methods for training others to implement a
plan. - ANSWER a. Demonstrate the procedure, have the parents practice, provide
feedback, have them try again, and so on, until they correctly implement the procedure.
What should not be a consideration when considering the use of virtual supervision for a
client?
a. Security of the Internet connection when using real-time video.
b. Convenience for the behavior analyst.
c. How quality of services may be impacted.
d. Amount of experience with virtual supervision. - ANSWER b. Convenience for the
behavior analyst.
Behavior analysts are responsible for being familiar with and upholding ethical
guidelines for their own protection and for the protection of clients. It is also critical for
behavior analysts to preserve and enhance the field and reputation of behavior analysis
in general. There are several ways this can be accomplished by behavior analysts,
including but not limited to:
a. Promoting the field of behavior analysis to the public.
b. Monitoring and reporting others in the professional community who may misrepresent
themselves as certified behavior analysts.
c. Participating in local, state, national, or international behavior analytic organizations
, and conferences.
d. All of the other answers are correct. - ANSWER d. All of the other answers are
correct.
It is generally good practice to mind your own business. How does this recommendation
apply to behavior analysts?
a. Each behavior analyst should only be concerned about their own ethical conduct.
b. Behavior analysts should only be concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues
who are behavior analysts.
c. Behavior analysts should be concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues who
are behavior analysts or nonbehavioral professionals.
d. Behavior analysts should only be concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues
who are nonbehavioral professionals. - ANSWER c. Behavior analysts should be
concerned about the ethical conduct of colleagues who are behavior analysts or
nonbehavioral professionals.
A behavior analyst may be concerned about a possible ethical violation by a colleague.
When an informal resolution appears appropriate and intervening does not violate any
confidentiality rights, the behavior analyst may approach the person as a trusted
colleague, neutrally ask about the situation, discuss the relevant guidelines, and
achieve an acceptable resolution. An exception to pursuing resolution in this manner is
when the violation is:
a. Immoral.
b. An illegal act or abusive to a vulnerable client.
c. Justifiable (such as retaliatory).
d. Complicated. - ANSWER b. An illegal act or abusive to a vulnerable client.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the BACB ethical code element on
responsibility to society?
a. Behavior analysts should not make public statements that may be construed as false
or deceptive because of the omission of important information.
b. Responsibility for deceptive, misleading, or inaccurate statements made by other
persons about the positive work of a behavior analyst belongs solely to the person who
made those statements.
c. It is acceptable to ask past clients to provide quotable statements in support of a
behavior analyst's previous work. In order to compete with nonbehavioral professionals,
it is acceptable to advertise only positive testimonials. One need not worry about
including a disclaimer that positive outcomes may not be achieved in every case.
