DDA Legal Rights & Ethical Responsibilities 4

Question 1

The Olmstead v. L.C. Supreme Court decision (1999) established that:

Accepted Answer

States must provide community-based services to individuals with disabilities who qualify and choose them

Answer

Olmstead ruled that unjustified institutionalization of people with disabilities violates the ADA, requiring states to provide community-based services when appropriate.

Question 2

A DSP overhears another staff member making derogatory comments about a client behind closed doors. The ethical obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Address the behavior and report it per agency policy

Answer

Derogatory comments about clients violate dignity and professional ethics regardless of whether the client is present, and must be addressed and reported.

Question 3

A legal guardian has authority to make decisions on behalf of an adult with a developmental disability in areas where:

Accepted Answer

A court has determined the individual lacks capacity and granted guardianship

Answer

Guardianship authority only exists in domains where a court has specifically determined the individual lacks decision-making capacity.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes 'supported decision-making' as an alternative to guardianship?

Accepted Answer

The individual chooses trusted supporters to help understand options and express decisions

Answer

Supported decision-making allows individuals to keep their legal rights while receiving help from chosen supporters to understand information and communicate decisions.

Question 5

A client discloses to a DSP that they are being physically harmed by a family member. The DSP's FIRST priority is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure the client's immediate safety and report to the appropriate authorities

Answer

Client safety is the immediate priority; DSPs must report abuse allegations promptly to protect the client and fulfill mandatory reporting obligations.

(DDA) Developmental Disabilities Associate Certification Practice Test

(DDA) Developmental Disabilities Associate Certification Practice Test

DDA Legal Rights & Ethical Responsibilities 4