BCAT Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge 4

Question 1

Which of the following is an evidence-based practice for teaching new skills to individuals with ASD according to the National Professional Development Center (NPDC)?

Accepted Answer

Discrete trial training (DTT)

Answer

Discrete trial training is an NPDC-recognized evidence-based practice with strong research support for teaching skills to individuals with ASD.

Question 2

A BCAT notices a client with ASD appears overwhelmed in a noisy cafeteria and begins covering their ears and rocking. The most appropriate immediate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Offer the client a calmer, lower-stimulation environment

Answer

When a sensory overload reaction occurs, providing access to a calmer environment addresses the antecedent and supports the client's regulation.

Question 3

Pivotal Response Training (PRT) targets which 'pivotal' area believed to produce broad improvements across many behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Motivation and self-management

Answer

PRT targets pivotal areas like motivation and self-management because improving these areas leads to widespread gains in other untargeted behaviors.

Question 4

Which of the following communication systems is most appropriate for a minimally verbal child with ASD who has not responded to verbal imitation training?

Accepted Answer

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)

Answer

PECS is an evidence-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system developed specifically for individuals with ASD who are minimally verbal.

Question 5

A parent reports their child with ASD frequently wakes at night and has difficulty falling asleep. Sleep disturbances in ASD are:

Accepted Answer

Common, affecting up to 80% of individuals with ASD

Answer

Sleep disturbances are highly prevalent in ASD, with research indicating up to 80% of individuals with ASD experience significant sleep problems.

(BCAT) Board Certified Autism Technician Practice Test

(BCAT) Board Certified Autism Technician Practice Test

BCAT Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge 4