RBT

10. Which of the following statements made by an RBT to a parent shows practicing "non-judgement?"

"Sometimes it is hard to be consistent with the visual schedule. How do you think we could make this a bit simpler to use?"

1. HIV infected individuals may experience flu-like symptoms while some remain asymptomatic. Those who develop symptoms do so:

2 to 4 weeks after exposure

15. A 2009 study found that what percentage of family caregivers for older adults with cognitive disabilities and dementia reported abusing their family member?

30%

4. Which of the following is a question you can ask yourself to help monitor your interaction with families?

Am I leaving my shift on time?

3. All of the following are considered PHI EXCEPT:

An resident's employment records

16. What is a mandatory reporter?

Any individual who is required by law to report any suspected abuse or allegations of abuse.

17. All of the following are considered behavioral signs of abuse, EXCEPT what?

Appearing with torn, stained, or bloody clothing

3. You've just taken on a new role at your organization that includes occupational health and safety, and the management of BBPs and OPIMs. Your employer asks you when your organization's Exposure Control Plan (ECP) should be updated. Identify the most accurate response.

At least every 12 months or after a revision to positions descriptions involving BBPs

1. Why is it important to establish a healthy professional relationship with a client's family?

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

6. In which situations are differential reinforcement of low rates of behavior (DRL) used?

Behaviors that are acceptable at low rate

11. If someone communicates with you about an incident of abuse and neglect, what is the best way to respond to the individual?

Believe what they are telling you.

7. To bill the appropriate code you must first...

Check to see which codes have been approved for your client.

10. Which of the following could ensure that an intervention involving the use of punishment is effective?

Collecting and reviewing intervention data

3. You provide support for Roberto, a man with a mild intellectual disability. While talking to him one day, he casually mentions that sometimes his sister (his fiduciary guardian) uses his SSI check to pay her rent. What is the most appropriate course of action to take?

Contact your agency's designated investigator.

1. Which of the following would MOST likely be considered secure electronic communication?

Electronic medical record software

8. Which of the following best describes a situation of disability-specific abuse?

Eric needs assistance transferring onto a toilet, and is sometimes left on the toilet for hours.

1. Which of the following functions of behavior involves avoiding a task or interaction?

Escape

1. True or False: If there is consensual sexual activity between an employee and an individual with IDD, then it is not considered sexual abuse.

False

1. True or False: You must get consent from a resident before disclosing PHI to another healthcare provider.

False

10. If a medication, procedure, or service was prearranged and then canceled, it can still be charged.

False

5. True or False: HIPAA prohibits you from disclosing PHI in electronic communications.

False

2. Which data recording method would be best used to measure the time between when a teacher said to start on an assignment and the time the student started on the assignment?

Latency

2. Hepatitis refers to disease involving what organ?

Liver

9. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has the job of

Monitoring claims for fraud

2. Punishment is the result of a stimulus following a behavior that serves to:

Reduce the behavior

8. Differential reinforcement works by:

Reinforcing only the behaviors that should be increased while removing reinforcement from behaviors that should be decreased.

6. Many AMA billing codes are:

Related to the amount of time that can be billed

2. If you recognize a potential violation of the Privacy Rule, you should:

Report it to your Privacy Officer.

9. Lining up items in a specific order is an example of:

Ritualized behavior

6. Which of the following best describes a trigger?

Something that easily sets you off and causes an immediate, often emotional, reaction

7. Why is frequent assessment important when implementing an intervention plan?

To make adjustments as necessary

7. What are the most common reasons to ask questions in a professional interaction?

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

3. Cumulative graphs are used:

When progress toward a predetermined number of behaviors should be demonstrated

5. All of the following situations are appropriate to disclosures of PHI EXCEPT:

When your family member asks about a resident's condition

4. Identify the BBPs addressed in this course:

HIV, HBV, HCV

8. What are harmful reinforcers?

Harmful to health

5. Which of the following is operationally defined?

Hitting so hard a picture fell off the wall

4. Which of the following is true of mandatory reporters?

Mandatory reporters must report any alleged or suspected incidents of abuse or neglect, even if they did not witness it.

3. Which of the following is an example of overcorrection?

Marty had to clean the bathroom wall because she wrote on it.

13. Which of the following is NOT true of neglect?

Neglect only occurs to older adults with disabilities

14. Sarah is helping Kendra, a woman with a moderate intellectual disability, cook breakfast in the morning. Kendra attempts to touch the hot stove, and Sarah yells "Don't touch that!" to her. Is this considered abuse?

No, it is not. Yelling is not ideal, but it is preventing Kendra from causing harm to herself.

5. Escape extinction works by:

Not allowing the individual to escape what they were trying to avoid

Which of the following is an example of deficits in nonverbal communication?

Not understanding facial expressions

5. Identify the governmental organization that provided regulations for workplace Bloodborne Pathogens requirements:

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

12. Which of the following is an example of negative punishment?

Paying a speeding ticket

9. Which is of the following is a tip to follow if you become overwhelmed by your work as an RBT?

Take a break and breathe

10. If you witness an abusive situation that is dangerous or life-threatening, what should you do?

Take immediate action to remove anyone in the area from harm and call 911.

11. Extinction of behavior maintained by positive reinforcement works by:

Taking away the reinforcer for problem behavior

9. Which of the following is an example of positive punishment?

Telling someone "no" when they are about to run into the street

13. What is the difference between differential reinforcement of alternative behavior (DRA) and differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior (DRI)?

: The replacement behavior selected in DRA does not have to be incompatible with the problem behavior.

11. Which of the following is an example of an exploitive relationship?

A clients mother dating his RBT.

3. Why can't intervention plans be duplicated for different individuals?

Because each individual's behavior and circumstances are unique

Continue working on imitation skills and tying shoelaces in contrived and natural opportunities.

Because it can cause illness or injury

10. Why is difficulty communicating sometimes a trigger for problem behavior?

Because the person is not able to express what they want

4. Which is the best reason why fixated interests can be a problem?

Because they can distract the person from other activities

7. What is the best course of action to take in the event of an extinction burst?

Continue the intervention.

6. Which of the following is an example of stereotyped behavior?

Flapping hands repetitively

8. When interacting with and communicating with families, it is important to:

Focus on what the person is saying.

5. What are 3 types of written communication RBTs have to provide?

Data, incident reports, session notes

5. True or False: People with autism experience the same level of intensity of symptoms.

False

2. Which of the following is a risk factor for abuse and neglect that is common for people with IDD?

Increased dependency on others for long-term care.

4. If data indicate that progress is not being made, which of the following questions could be asked?

Is the skill program being delivered effectively?

1. Under the premise of best practices in billing, you should:

Keep all billing documents in a secure environment.

4. How can you protect PHI?

Lock medical record rooms.

8. What type of fraud is one of the most common and has to do with services being billed that were not actually performed?

Phantom Billing

5. Non-accidental, inappropriate contact or the use of force with an individual that causes injury or physical pain is considered which type of abuse?

Physical abuse

4. Which of the following is MOST likely to be a breach of HIPAA?

Posting resident information on a private online forum for nurses

2. What is one reason that social media increases the risk for HIPAA violations?

Privacy settings don't protect information.

7. Certain conditions can contribute to environments that can cause abuse and neglect to occur, EXCEPT:

Programs that provide extensive training to their employees

2. Details about billing can be discussed with

The client, legal guardian, or health insurance provider

1. Data are plotted on line graphs according to:

The number of instances of the behavior across time

4. A provider is able to bill the same service twice in one session when:

This is a false statement and is considered "Double Billing."

2. Which of the following is an example of a multiple or dual relationship?

Tina and Lois are best friends. Lois is an RBT who works with Tinas son.

3. Why is it important to model optimism when working with a client with disabilities?

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

6. What does the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code of the BACB remind us about communication and interactions with clients and families?

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

12. True or False: People with IDD are more likely to experience abuse and neglect than individuals without IDD.

True

18. True or False: Allegations that go unreported are just as serious as the actual abuse or neglect.

True

5. Which of these situations would be considered fraudulent billing?

Two different BCBAs billing the same codes at the same time

11. Which of the following can be said about the uniqueness of people with autism?

While they may share some characteristics, people with autism are different from each other.

3. Sarah, your co-worker, tells you that a famous singer was admitted to her unit. She wants to post this on social media. What is the BEST response you can give?

You cannot post anything about your encounter.

9. Who is the first person you should report allegations of abuse and neglect to?

Your agency's designated investigator

3. Which of the following scenarios is an example of fraudulent billing :

Zoe billed for 50 minutes of direct services after Micah had to leave after 10 minutes of service.