DSP Certified Direct Support Professional Training 3

Question 1

A person you support begins showing signs of a seizure. What should you do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Clear the area of hard objects and position the person safely on their side if possible

Answer

During a seizure, the priority is ensuring the person's safety by clearing the area and positioning them to prevent aspiration — never restrain or place objects in the mouth.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a Behavior Support Plan (BSP)?

Accepted Answer

To provide proactive strategies that teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors

Answer

A BSP provides positive, proactive strategies to understand the function of behavior and teach replacement skills rather than using punishment.

Question 3

HIPAA regulations require DSPs to:

Accepted Answer

Protect the confidentiality of the individuals they support

Answer

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) mandates that all protected health information be kept confidential and shared only on a need-to-know basis.

Question 4

When completing progress notes, DSPs should record:

Accepted Answer

Objective observations using factual, behavioral language

Answer

Documentation must be objective, factual, and behavioral — describing what was observed without interpretation or personal opinion.

Question 5

The 'least restrictive environment' principle means that supports should:

Accepted Answer

Use the minimum level of intervention needed to ensure safety while promoting independence

Answer

Least restrictive environment means using only the level of support and restriction necessary, maximizing individual freedom and self-determination.

(DSP) Direct Support Professional Certification Practice Test

(DSP) Direct Support Professional Certification Practice Test

DSP Certified Direct Support Professional Training 3