ABAT - Applied Behavior Analysis Ethics and Professional Conduct Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

According to the BACB Ethics Code, behavior analysts must prioritize the interests of which stakeholder group first?

Accepted Answer

The client (the individual receiving services)

Answer

The funding agency

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The supervising BCBA

Answer

The parent or guardian

Question 2

A BCBA who practices outside their area of professional competence violates which ethical obligation?

Accepted Answer

Practicing within scope of competence

Answer

Confidentiality

Answer

Informed consent

Answer

Multiple relationships

Question 3

Informed consent in ABA requires that the individual or guardian:

Accepted Answer

Receive complete information about treatment, understand it, and voluntarily agree without coercion

Answer

Only be told the behavior plan after it begins

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Agree verbally without written documentation

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Be contacted annually to renew consent

Question 4

Which scenario represents a dual relationship that could compromise a behavior analyst's professional objectivity?

Accepted Answer

A BCBA providing therapy to a family member

Answer

A BCBA consulting with another BCBA on a challenging case

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A BT collecting data for a BCBA's client

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A BCBA attending a professional conference

Question 5

A BT suspects a client's caregiver is engaging in abusive behavior. The BT's first ethical and legal obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Report the suspected abuse to the appropriate authorities as required by mandatory reporter laws

Answer

Ignore it as outside the scope of ABA practice

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Discuss the situation with the client only

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Consult a personal attorney before taking action

Question 6

Behavior analysts must maintain confidentiality of client information EXCEPT when:

Accepted Answer

There is a legal obligation, mandatory reporting requirement, or safety concern requiring disclosure

Answer

The client's employer requests information for performance reviews

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Another ABA provider requests records for their own caseload

Answer

Insurance companies request billing information without client consent