DSP Positive Behavioral Supports 3

Question 1

In PBS, a 'setting event' differs from an antecedent because it:

Accepted Answer

Increases the likelihood of a behavior without directly triggering it

Answer

A setting event (e.g., poor sleep, illness) increases vulnerability to triggers but does not directly cause the behavior the way an antecedent does.

Question 2

Which function of behavior involves a person engaging in a behavior to gain access to a preferred item or activity?

Accepted Answer

Tangible reinforcement

Answer

Behaviors motivated by tangible reinforcement occur when a person wants to obtain a specific object, food, or preferred activity.

Question 3

A DSP observes that a person's challenging behaviors increase on days following poor sleep. The poor sleep is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A setting event

Answer

Poor sleep is a setting event — a background condition that makes the person more sensitive to triggers later in the day.

Question 4

Which of the following is the LEAST restrictive behavioral intervention?

Accepted Answer

Environmental modification

Answer

Environmental modification is the least restrictive approach, as it adjusts surroundings to prevent problem behavior without imposing on the individual.

Question 5

A behavior support plan should be developed:

Accepted Answer

By a multidisciplinary team including the person supported

Answer

Behavior support plans are developed collaboratively by a multidisciplinary team that includes the person supported, family, and professionals.

(DSP) Direct Support Professional Certification Practice Test

(DSP) Direct Support Professional Certification Practice Test

DSP Positive Behavioral Supports 3