QASP Exam Study Guide Based on
Competency Questions with Verified Correct
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Define autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
a disorder that appears in childhood and is marked by significant deficiencies in
communication and social interaction, and by rigidly fixated interests and repetitive behaviors
Common characteristics of ASD
- difficulty relating to others
- insistence on environmental sameness
- stereotypic, repetitive, self-stimulatory behaviors
- wide range of language and communication disorders
Deficits of ASD
- social and emotional reciprocity
- verbal and nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction
- developing and maintaining relationships appropriate to the developmental level
PDD-NOS
pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified
PDD-NOS (pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified)
one of several previously separate subtypes of autism that were folded into the single
diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with the publication of the DSM-5 diagnostic
manual in 2013
Asperger's Syndrome
,behavioral syndrome characterized by varying degrees of difficulty in social and
conversational skills but normal-to-above-average intelligence and language development;
often accompanied by obsessive preoccupation with particular topics or routines.
- higher functioning autism
Triad of primary impairments
- impaired communication
- impaired reciprocal social interaction and restricted
- repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviors or interests
Early autism diagnosis red flags
- repetitive movements such as hand or finger posturing, flapping, spinning - seeks out or
avoids certain textures, sounds or movements
- visual differences (fixating on objects or certain kinds of stimuli such as the light coming
through blinds, looking at things in odd ways or tracking such things as fan blades, etc. )
Risk factors to ASD
- having a sibling with ASD
- having certain genetic or chromosomal conditions, such as fragile X syndrome or tuberous
sclerosis
- experiencing complications at birth.
- being born to older parents
Current CDC statistics and rates for the prevalence of ASD
one in 36 (2.8%) 8-year-old children have been identified with ASD
Serial processing in ASD
,occurs when the brain computes information step-by-step in a methodical and linear matter
Parallel processing in ASD
the processing of many aspects of a problem simultaneously
Co-morbid diagnosis of ASD
OCD, intellectual disability, ADHD, childhood onset schizophrenia, epilepsy, gastrointestinal
conditions and mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety
Methods of diagnosis for ASD
When diagnosing autism spectrum disorder, professionals like pediatricians, psychiatrists,
psychologists and speech pathologists use the Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental
disorders (5th edition, Text revision), or DSM-5-TR, produced by the American Psychiatric
Association
Criteria for ASD diagnosis
- difficulties in social communication
- restricted, repetitive and sensory behavior or interests
- levels of support
Role of a QASP-S
provides behavioral health services under the supervision of a QBA or above behavior
analyst or a licensed or certified professional within the scope of Applied Behavior Analysis
QABA code of ethics
establishes standards for professional competence, behavior, and responsibility for both
ethical practice and enforceable actions as outlined in the QABA Policies and Procedures
HIPAA benefits
, ensure that any information disclosed to healthcare providers and health plans, or information
that is created by them, transmitted, or stored by them, is subject to strict security controls.
Patients are also given control over who their information is released to and who it is shared
with
HIPAA limitations
may limit how a covered entity (for example, a health plan or most health care providers)
uses or discloses individually identifiable health information
HIPAA use
make sure that individuals' health information is properly protected while allowing the flow
of health information needed to provide and promote high-quality healthcare, and to protect
the public's health and well-being
Retention of records
- laws regarding retention vary from state to state
- 10 years or length of time on statute of limitations
-minors: 3 years after age of majority
- medicare/Medicaid patient: a minimum of 6 years
- deceased patient: 2 years
Storage of records
- storage of client records must be secure (lock and key/password protected)
-these are sensitive confidential documents
- all consent-related requirements remain in effect as long as case files are maintained
Transportation of HIPAA records
Competency Questions with Verified Correct
Answers
Define autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
a disorder that appears in childhood and is marked by significant deficiencies in
communication and social interaction, and by rigidly fixated interests and repetitive behaviors
Common characteristics of ASD
- difficulty relating to others
- insistence on environmental sameness
- stereotypic, repetitive, self-stimulatory behaviors
- wide range of language and communication disorders
Deficits of ASD
- social and emotional reciprocity
- verbal and nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction
- developing and maintaining relationships appropriate to the developmental level
PDD-NOS
pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified
PDD-NOS (pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified)
one of several previously separate subtypes of autism that were folded into the single
diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with the publication of the DSM-5 diagnostic
manual in 2013
Asperger's Syndrome
,behavioral syndrome characterized by varying degrees of difficulty in social and
conversational skills but normal-to-above-average intelligence and language development;
often accompanied by obsessive preoccupation with particular topics or routines.
- higher functioning autism
Triad of primary impairments
- impaired communication
- impaired reciprocal social interaction and restricted
- repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviors or interests
Early autism diagnosis red flags
- repetitive movements such as hand or finger posturing, flapping, spinning - seeks out or
avoids certain textures, sounds or movements
- visual differences (fixating on objects or certain kinds of stimuli such as the light coming
through blinds, looking at things in odd ways or tracking such things as fan blades, etc. )
Risk factors to ASD
- having a sibling with ASD
- having certain genetic or chromosomal conditions, such as fragile X syndrome or tuberous
sclerosis
- experiencing complications at birth.
- being born to older parents
Current CDC statistics and rates for the prevalence of ASD
one in 36 (2.8%) 8-year-old children have been identified with ASD
Serial processing in ASD
,occurs when the brain computes information step-by-step in a methodical and linear matter
Parallel processing in ASD
the processing of many aspects of a problem simultaneously
Co-morbid diagnosis of ASD
OCD, intellectual disability, ADHD, childhood onset schizophrenia, epilepsy, gastrointestinal
conditions and mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety
Methods of diagnosis for ASD
When diagnosing autism spectrum disorder, professionals like pediatricians, psychiatrists,
psychologists and speech pathologists use the Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental
disorders (5th edition, Text revision), or DSM-5-TR, produced by the American Psychiatric
Association
Criteria for ASD diagnosis
- difficulties in social communication
- restricted, repetitive and sensory behavior or interests
- levels of support
Role of a QASP-S
provides behavioral health services under the supervision of a QBA or above behavior
analyst or a licensed or certified professional within the scope of Applied Behavior Analysis
QABA code of ethics
establishes standards for professional competence, behavior, and responsibility for both
ethical practice and enforceable actions as outlined in the QABA Policies and Procedures
HIPAA benefits
, ensure that any information disclosed to healthcare providers and health plans, or information
that is created by them, transmitted, or stored by them, is subject to strict security controls.
Patients are also given control over who their information is released to and who it is shared
with
HIPAA limitations
may limit how a covered entity (for example, a health plan or most health care providers)
uses or discloses individually identifiable health information
HIPAA use
make sure that individuals' health information is properly protected while allowing the flow
of health information needed to provide and promote high-quality healthcare, and to protect
the public's health and well-being
Retention of records
- laws regarding retention vary from state to state
- 10 years or length of time on statute of limitations
-minors: 3 years after age of majority
- medicare/Medicaid patient: a minimum of 6 years
- deceased patient: 2 years
Storage of records
- storage of client records must be secure (lock and key/password protected)
-these are sensitive confidential documents
- all consent-related requirements remain in effect as long as case files are maintained
Transportation of HIPAA records
