DDA Communication Strategies & Behavioral Support 3

Question 1

A client's behavior support plan lists 'escape' as the function of their aggressive behavior. Which intervention is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Teach the client a functional communication skill to request a break

Answer

When escape is the function, teaching a replacement behavior such as requesting a break addresses the same need without aggression.

Question 2

What does the term 'least restrictive alternative' mean in behavioral support?

Accepted Answer

Implementing the least intrusive intervention that is still effective before considering more restrictive approaches

Answer

Least restrictive alternative requires trying the most positive, least intrusive methods first and only escalating to more restrictive interventions when necessary.

Question 3

A nonverbal client hands you an empty cup repeatedly. Using the PECS framework, what communication stage does this likely represent?

Accepted Answer

Stage I — Physical Exchange

Answer

Stage I of PECS involves the individual physically exchanging an object or picture to request something, which the gesture of handing an empty cup approximates.

Question 4

A staff member notices a client becomes calm after squeezing a stress ball. This is an example of what type of strategy?

Accepted Answer

Sensory-based self-regulation strategy

Answer

Using a sensory tool to manage arousal levels is a self-regulation strategy that leverages sensory input to achieve a calmer state.

Question 5

Which data collection method is best for tracking how often a client engages in a specific behavior per hour?

Accepted Answer

Frequency/rate recording

Answer

Frequency or rate recording counts how many times a behavior occurs within a defined time period, making it ideal for tracking occurrences per hour.

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DDA Communication Strategies & Behavioral Support 3