DSP DSP - Direct Support Professional Safety and Emergency Procedures Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

A supported individual is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should the DSP do first?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 (or have someone call) and begin CPR

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Begin CPR immediately without calling for help

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Wait to see if the person recovers on their own

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Move the person to a more comfortable location

Question 2

Which of the following situations requires a mandatory report to Adult Protective Services (APS) by a DSP?

Accepted Answer

Suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a supported adult

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A supported individual refuses dinner

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A minor disagreement between two individuals

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A supported individual misplaces personal belongings

Question 3

What is the purpose of a personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP) for individuals with mobility impairments?

Accepted Answer

To outline how that specific person will safely exit a building during an emergency

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To document the individual's medical history

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To assign a DSP to monitor the individual during community outings

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To describe first aid steps for common injuries

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a environmental hazard a DSP should identify and correct in a group home?

Accepted Answer

Loose rugs on hard floors that could cause falls

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A supported individual's preference for certain foods

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A staff member arriving 5 minutes late for a shift

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A TV set to a loud volume

Question 5

How often should fire drills typically be conducted in a US licensed residential support home?

Accepted Answer

At least quarterly or as required by state licensing regulations

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Once every 5 years

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Only when new residents move in

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Annually at the discretion of the manager

Question 6

A supported individual reports that another staff member hit them. What should the DSP do?

Accepted Answer

Listen, ensure the individual is safe, and immediately report to a supervisor and the appropriate authorities

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Tell the individual they must be mistaken

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Handle it internally without involving outside agencies

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Ask other staff members what happened before doing anything