AAT Documentation and Program Evaluation Flashcards
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What is informed consent in the context of an AAT program?
Answer: A client's voluntary agreement to participate after being fully informed of AAT's nature, benefits, and risks
Informed consent means the client voluntarily agrees to AAT participation after receiving complete information about what it involves, its potential benefits, and any risks.
Which of the following is a key indicator of a high-quality AAT data collection system?
Answer: It is consistent, uses standardized tools, and is collected at baseline and regular intervals
High-quality data collection is consistent, uses validated standardized tools, and captures baseline plus ongoing measurements to track change over time.
What is a baseline assessment in AAT program evaluation?
Answer: A measurement of the client's status on target outcomes before AAT begins, used for comparison later
A baseline assessment captures the client's pre-intervention status on relevant outcome measures so that change attributable to AAT can be evaluated.
Which type of research design provides the strongest evidence that AAT caused a client's improvement?
Answer: Randomized controlled trial with a comparison group
A randomized controlled trial with a comparison group controls for confounding variables, providing the strongest evidence of causation in AAT research.
What should an AAT practitioner do if session documentation reveals a pattern of stress signals in the therapy animal?
Answer: Immediately review animal welfare protocols, reduce workload, and consult the supervising veterinarian
A documented pattern of animal stress signals requires immediate review of welfare protocols, workload reduction, and veterinary consultation to protect the animal.
How should adverse events during AAT sessions be reported?
Answer: Documented in writing immediately, reported to the supervisor, and reviewed for program safety improvements
Adverse events must be documented in writing immediately, reported to the supervisor, and formally reviewed to prevent recurrence and improve program safety.