QASP EXAM STUDY GUIDE BASED ON
COMPETENCY EXAM QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS
Define autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - difficulty relating to others
- insistence on environmental sameness
- stereotypic, repetitive, self-stimulatory behaviors
- wide range of language and communication disorders
Deficits of ASD - ANSWER - social and emotional reciprocity
- verbal and nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction
- developing and maintaining relationships appropriate to the developmental
level
PDD-NOS - ANSWER pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise
specified
PDD-NOS (pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified) -
ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - impaired communication
- impaired reciprocal social interaction and restricted
- repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviors or interests
,Early autism diagnosis red flags - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER one in
36 (2.8%) 8-year-old children have been identified with ASD
Serial processing in ASD - ANSWER occurs when the brain computes
information step-by-step in a methodical and linear matter
Parallel processing in ASD - ANSWER the processing of many aspects of a
problem simultaneously
Co-morbid diagnosis of ASD - ANSWER OCD, intellectual disability, ADHD,
childhood onset schizophrenia, epilepsy, gastrointestinal conditions and mental
health conditions such as depression and anxiety
Methods of diagnosis for ASD - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - difficulties in social communication
- restricted, repetitive and sensory behavior or interests
- levels of support
, Role of a QASP-S - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER rules state that you must send
PHI-related documents through First Class postal mail. In some situations, you
COMPETENCY EXAM QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS
Define autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - difficulty relating to others
- insistence on environmental sameness
- stereotypic, repetitive, self-stimulatory behaviors
- wide range of language and communication disorders
Deficits of ASD - ANSWER - social and emotional reciprocity
- verbal and nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction
- developing and maintaining relationships appropriate to the developmental
level
PDD-NOS - ANSWER pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise
specified
PDD-NOS (pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified) -
ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - impaired communication
- impaired reciprocal social interaction and restricted
- repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviors or interests
,Early autism diagnosis red flags - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER one in
36 (2.8%) 8-year-old children have been identified with ASD
Serial processing in ASD - ANSWER occurs when the brain computes
information step-by-step in a methodical and linear matter
Parallel processing in ASD - ANSWER the processing of many aspects of a
problem simultaneously
Co-morbid diagnosis of ASD - ANSWER OCD, intellectual disability, ADHD,
childhood onset schizophrenia, epilepsy, gastrointestinal conditions and mental
health conditions such as depression and anxiety
Methods of diagnosis for ASD - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - difficulties in social communication
- restricted, repetitive and sensory behavior or interests
- levels of support
, Role of a QASP-S - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER - 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 - ANSWER rules state that you must send
PHI-related documents through First Class postal mail. In some situations, you
