mod 3: Communication with families/ Professional boundaries

consequence example

The teacher could've sent the student off to the office every time the student is engaging in problem behavior. This is kind of encouraging the child's behavior because it allows them to skip class= THE FUNCTION MAINTAINING THIS PROBLEM BEHAVIOR IS IDENTIFIED.

what is the most important type of written communication

incident reports

what does ABC data stand for

antecedent, behavior, consequence

how are RBTs different/ unique from other forms of therapy?

RBTs spend multiple hours with their loved ones, often in their homes so the relationship between RBTs and families is unique in comparison to other types of therapy.

how to relieve stress in your own life?

- do controlled venting - change into your home clothes when you get home - don't talk about work after hours - when you're at work and overwhelmed, step aside and take a breather.

What is the most common reason why a professional (like an RBT) would ask someone a question?

to start a conversation, to gain information, to show interest in a person's idea.

define antecedent

what happened just before the problem behavior (that kind of triggered it)

behavior define

what was the observed problem behavior?

how to reject a gift from a client

"Oh thank you and I wish I could take the gift, but our ethical code won't allow it." How to nicely end a session where the client's family member won't stop talking to you: "Well, I better get moving. Let's talk more tomorrow!"

consequence

what consequence/ event happened as a response to the behavior?

when working with family members who have differing opinions about ABA therapy, what is one thing you have to keep in mind?

While family members may disagree, it is important to work with all members the best way you can.

What does the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code of the BACB remind us about communication and interactions with clients and families? a. To interact with families and clients in a way that is free from bias and discrimination. b. To try to understand cultures different from your own and be tolerant. c. To become extremely friendly with those from different background from yours. d. To take coursework on the various cultures you may encounter in your work.

a. To interact with families and clients in a way that is free from bias and discrimination.

Why is it important to leave work and take breaks? a. You can slip into bad habits if you don't have a break. b. You really don't need a break. c. You might injure your client. d. You might quit.

a. You can slip into bad habits if you don't have a break.

Which of the following is an example of self-monitoring an interaction with a family member? a. Looking at your own body language b. Asking yourself if you are emotional about the discussion c. Looking at the clock d. Listening to the words the other person says

b. Asking yourself if you are emotional about the discussion

In both written and verbal communication, it is important to use terms that are: a. Short and sweet b. Observable and measurable c. Summarizing and categorizing d. Difficult to understand

b. Observable and measurable (speak what you saw, heard, touched, and counted/ collected)

Which of the following is a question you can ask yourself to help monitor your interaction with families? a. Do I like the families I serve? b. Do I put in overtime for the families I serve? c. Am I leaving my shift on time? d. Am I happy when the work day is over?

c. Am I leaving my shift on time?

Why is it important to establish a healthy professional relationship with a client's family? a. Because you may need their assistance b. Because some loved ones cannot speak. c. Because you need to be able to communicate important information back and forth. d. It is not important, because you focus only on the client at all times.

c. Because you need to be able to communicate important information back and forth.

When interacting with and communicating with families it is important to: a. Offer your opinions as freq as possible b. Make sure you write down everything c. Focus on what the person is saying d. Judge what the person is saying

c. Focus on what the person is saying (validates the speaker and helps you too, in understanding the situation better)

When interacting with and communicating with families, it is important to: a. Offer your opinions as frequently as possible. b. Make sure you write down everything. c. Focus on what the person is saying. d. Judge what the person is saying.

c. Focus on what the person is saying.

How would you improve relationships with the family you're working with? a. Tell them how to interact with loved ones b. Show them how they could do something better c. Not judge them and listen to their concerns d. Hand them materials to read about

c. Not judge them and listen to their concerns

Which of the following is an example a conflict of interest with a client's family? a. Reviewing data with the family member and expressing how pleased you are that the child is improving. b. Taking the client in the back yard to run some trials. c. Offering to change the therapy schedule to accommodate the familys schedule better. d. Offering to babysit for the family.

d. Offering to babysit for the family.

what is controlled venting?

you can complain to your colleague but not too much bc it's not good to relive your stress if you keep talking about it.

Why should you model optimism for families?

It shows them that you believe their loved one can have a promising future and make improvements.

example of behavior

The student may respond to the teacher by cursing at the teacher or throwing a pencil at the teacher.

example of antecedent

The teacher noticed that when a student is drawing pictures instead of working on a class assignment, they may react in a problem behavior right after she gave the request to the child to work/ demanded the child to work. This demand/ command is the antecedent that TRIGGERRED the child's problem behavior.

What are the most common reasons to ask questions in a professional interaction? a. To start a conversation, to gain information, to show interest in a persons ideas. b. To gain information, to show what you know, to show interest in a persons ideas. c. To start a conversation, to gain information, to get directions.

a. To start a conversation, to gain information, to show interest in a persons ideas.

Which of the following is an example of self monitoring interaction with a family member? a. Looking at your own body language b. Asking yourself if you are emotional about the discussion c. Looking at the clock d. Listening to the words the other person says

b. Asking yourself if you are emotional about the discussion (if you find that you're becoming emotional, then you need to take a step back)

When you have a conversation with a family member about a client, you should: a. Speak openly and immediately no matter where you are. b. Find a quiet private and quiet spot. c. Dont talk about any bad behavior the client has displayed. d. Only talk about bad behavior the client has displayed.

b. Find a quiet private and quiet spot.

Which is of the following is a tip to follow if you become overwhelmed by your work as an RBT? a. Quit b. Take a break and breathe c. Talk about work problems with your family after hours d. Complain about work for hours with your co-workers

b. Take a break and breathe

Why is it important to model optimism when working with a client with disabilities? a. To give families a false sense of hope. b. To allow families to see what their loved one can do. c. It is never appropriate to be optimistic about someone with a disability. d. To show sympathy to families.

b. To allow families to see what their loved one can do.

Which of the following statements is true? a. Different family members are always in agreement about ABA treatment. b. The family member that is not on board should be ignored by the treatment team. c. While family members may disagree, it is important to work with all members the best way you can. d. Family members with negative opinions will never be on board with ABA.

c. While family members may disagree, it is important to work with all members the best way you can.