BCABA Ethics and Compliance 3

Question 1

Behavior reduction procedures should only be implemented when:

Accepted Answer

Less restrictive alternatives have been tried or are contraindicated and informed consent is obtained

Answer

Restrictive procedures require exhausting less intrusive options, obtaining consent, and ongoing monitoring to justify continued use.

Question 2

A BCABA discovers her organization's billing practices may be fraudulent. She should:

Accepted Answer

Report the concern through appropriate internal or external channels

Answer

The Ethics Code requires behavior analysts to take action when aware of fraudulent or unethical practices, including reporting to appropriate authorities.

Question 3

Which of the following is a core dimension of applied behavior analysis that has ethical implications?

Accepted Answer

Effective — interventions must produce practical, meaningful behavior change

Answer

The seven dimensions of ABA (Baer, Wolf, & Risley, 1968) include 'effective,' which requires that interventions produce meaningful change to be ethically and scientifically justified.

Question 4

A BCABA working with a culturally diverse family must:

Accepted Answer

Incorporate the family's cultural values and practices into treatment planning

Answer

Culturally responsive practice requires adapting assessment and intervention to respect and incorporate the client's cultural background and family values.

Question 5

Behavior analysts have an obligation to engage in ongoing professional development because:

Accepted Answer

Science evolves and practitioners must stay current to provide competent care

Answer

Staying current with research and best practices is an ethical obligation to ensure clients receive competent, evidence-based services.

BCABA - Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst Practice Test

BCABA - Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst Practice Test

BCABA Ethics and Compliance 3