DSP Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Prevention 2

Question 1

Which of the following is a common physical sign that may indicate an individual is experiencing abuse?

Accepted Answer

Unexplained bruises, burns, or injuries in various stages of healing

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Increased participation in preferred activities

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Improved communication with support staff

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Consistent weight and healthy appearance

Question 2

When an individual with a disability discloses abuse to a DSP, the DSP should:

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Listen calmly, believe the individual, ensure their safety, and report immediately per agency protocol

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Promise to keep the disclosure confidential to maintain trust

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Ask the individual detailed questions to gather as much evidence as possible

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Delay reporting until the DSP can verify the information independently

Question 3

Self-neglect in an individual with a disability refers to:

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An individual's failure to perform self-care tasks that threatens their health or safety, sometimes linked to incapacity

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The individual choosing activities that carry minor risk

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A DSP choosing not to intervene in non-urgent situations

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An individual refusing one specific type of treatment

Question 4

What is the primary role of Adult Protective Services (APS) in abuse cases involving individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

To investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and coordinate protective services for vulnerable adults

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To provide direct support care to individuals after abuse is confirmed

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To discipline DSPs who fail to meet care standards

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To serve as a mediator between the individual and the alleged abuser

Question 5

A DSP accepting gifts or money from an individual they support is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A boundary violation and potential financial exploitation that violates professional ethics

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A harmless expression of appreciation that can be accepted

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An acceptable practice if the gift is small and infrequent

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A positive indicator of a strong therapeutic relationship

Question 6

Which of the following best helps a DSP prevent financial exploitation of the individuals they support?

Accepted Answer

Keeping accurate records of all financial transactions, never co-mingling funds, and following agency financial policies strictly

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Handling all financial transactions on behalf of the individual without their input

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Discouraging individuals from managing any of their own finances

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Allowing informal borrowing from the individual as long as it is repaid

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of neglect by a DSP?

Accepted Answer

Consistently failing to provide an individual with required medications, meals, or necessary hygiene assistance

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Declining to perform a task that falls outside the scope of the care plan

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Redirecting an individual from a dangerous activity

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Following agency protocols that the individual disagrees with