DSP PRACTICE EXAM CORRECT
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(RATED A)
What is the main reason DSPs are required to take the DSP training? - ANSWER To
help the DSP improve the quality of life of those with developmental disabilities (Ex.
Autism)
What is a value that is reflected i the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services
Act? - ANSWER Make sure people are satisfied with their services and supports.
What role is the DSP expected to play as? - ANSWER Advocate
An example of "people first" language. - ANSWER Individual with a developmental
disability.
People with developmental disabilities are ______ - ANSWER capable of learning and
growing.
If a person has difficulty walking, speaking clearly, jerks their head/body, they probably
have what disability? - ANSWER Cerebral Palsy
Observation - ANSWER Noticing something another person is doing
Communication - ANSWER Asking or talking to someone about what they are doing.
Decision Making - ANSWER Looking at something or someone and doing something
about it (Ex. Calling a doctor).
Ethics - ANSWER Trying to make someone comfortable, acting in a moral manner.
Protection and Advocacy, State Council on Developmental Disabilities, and the
Department of Developmental Services __________ - ANSWER Operate with regional
centers to make sure people get the services they need under the Lanternman Act
A function of the Department of Developmental Services is to - ANSWER Write and
revise and title 17 regulations as needed.
A job the regional center does is _____ - ANSWER pay for services received by people.
The "IPP" process and document is created _______ - ANSWER by the person and
they planning team.
The IPP planning team includes _____ - ANSWER The person the planning is being
done for.
, The DSP helps people make sure they _______ - ANSWER have the opportunity for
privacy and alone time.
It is okay for a DSP to give over the counter (OTC) medicines, such as, Tylenol or Advil,
as long as _______ - ANSWER A doctor, dentist, or nurse has said it is okay.
What always appears on a pharmacy medication label? - ANSWER The name of the
medicine in the container.
PRN - ANSWER Medication will be given on an as needed basis.
When the right does of medication is taken, this means ______ - ANSWER They
received the correct amount.
If the doctor changes the dose or time medicine is given the DSP should _______ -
ANSWER Write it down in the log
One good way to learn more about a prescription drug is to ______ - ANSWER Get a
copy of the medication information from the doctor/pharmacy.
The DSP will only help at a time with medication to ______ - ANSWER assure the Five
Rights of Medication Administration are observed.
If a person's medication dose is increased the DSP should ________ - ANSWER Find
out why
The "best practice" standards is _______ - ANSWER Every medication dose and error
is written down.
After giving medicine to someone the DSP should ______ - ANSWER Be aware of
possible side effects.
Medication can do good, but they also have ______ - ANSWER Side effects
When medication error occurs what is done? - ANSWER The error is reported to the
regional center as a special incident.
The medication log is updated when? - ANSWER A prescription is changed.
Community Care Licensing regulations require that all drugs in the home must be
_________ - ANSWER Logged in a centrally stored medication record.
In a residential facility all medicine must be kept in what? - ANSWER A locked cabinet
or storage area.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(RATED A)
What is the main reason DSPs are required to take the DSP training? - ANSWER To
help the DSP improve the quality of life of those with developmental disabilities (Ex.
Autism)
What is a value that is reflected i the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services
Act? - ANSWER Make sure people are satisfied with their services and supports.
What role is the DSP expected to play as? - ANSWER Advocate
An example of "people first" language. - ANSWER Individual with a developmental
disability.
People with developmental disabilities are ______ - ANSWER capable of learning and
growing.
If a person has difficulty walking, speaking clearly, jerks their head/body, they probably
have what disability? - ANSWER Cerebral Palsy
Observation - ANSWER Noticing something another person is doing
Communication - ANSWER Asking or talking to someone about what they are doing.
Decision Making - ANSWER Looking at something or someone and doing something
about it (Ex. Calling a doctor).
Ethics - ANSWER Trying to make someone comfortable, acting in a moral manner.
Protection and Advocacy, State Council on Developmental Disabilities, and the
Department of Developmental Services __________ - ANSWER Operate with regional
centers to make sure people get the services they need under the Lanternman Act
A function of the Department of Developmental Services is to - ANSWER Write and
revise and title 17 regulations as needed.
A job the regional center does is _____ - ANSWER pay for services received by people.
The "IPP" process and document is created _______ - ANSWER by the person and
they planning team.
The IPP planning team includes _____ - ANSWER The person the planning is being
done for.
, The DSP helps people make sure they _______ - ANSWER have the opportunity for
privacy and alone time.
It is okay for a DSP to give over the counter (OTC) medicines, such as, Tylenol or Advil,
as long as _______ - ANSWER A doctor, dentist, or nurse has said it is okay.
What always appears on a pharmacy medication label? - ANSWER The name of the
medicine in the container.
PRN - ANSWER Medication will be given on an as needed basis.
When the right does of medication is taken, this means ______ - ANSWER They
received the correct amount.
If the doctor changes the dose or time medicine is given the DSP should _______ -
ANSWER Write it down in the log
One good way to learn more about a prescription drug is to ______ - ANSWER Get a
copy of the medication information from the doctor/pharmacy.
The DSP will only help at a time with medication to ______ - ANSWER assure the Five
Rights of Medication Administration are observed.
If a person's medication dose is increased the DSP should ________ - ANSWER Find
out why
The "best practice" standards is _______ - ANSWER Every medication dose and error
is written down.
After giving medicine to someone the DSP should ______ - ANSWER Be aware of
possible side effects.
Medication can do good, but they also have ______ - ANSWER Side effects
When medication error occurs what is done? - ANSWER The error is reported to the
regional center as a special incident.
The medication log is updated when? - ANSWER A prescription is changed.
Community Care Licensing regulations require that all drugs in the home must be
_________ - ANSWER Logged in a centrally stored medication record.
In a residential facility all medicine must be kept in what? - ANSWER A locked cabinet
or storage area.
