RBT Documentation and Reporting Test #1 2

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes an objective behavioral note?

Accepted Answer

"The client engaged in 4 instances of hitting directed at the therapist during math tasks."

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"The client seemed frustrated today and was trying to communicate."

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"The client had a bad session and was not motivated."

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"The client appeared to enjoy the reinforcement and responded well overall."

Question 2

An RBT makes an error when writing a session note on paper. What is the CORRECT way to correct this error?

Accepted Answer

Draw a single line through the error, initial and date it, and write the correction next to it

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Use correction fluid (white-out) to cover the error and write over it

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Erase the error with a pencil eraser

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Tear out the page and start over on a fresh page

Question 3

Under HIPAA, which action by an RBT would be a violation of client privacy?

Accepted Answer

Sharing a client's identifying information and diagnosis in a social media post, even without using the client's name

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Discussing a client's progress with the supervising BCBA during a team meeting

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Documenting session data in a password-protected electronic health record

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Reporting a client's challenging behavior to the parent/guardian at the end of a session

Question 4

What should an RBT do if they notice a discrepancy between the written behavior intervention plan and what the supervisor is verbally instructing them to do?

Accepted Answer

Document the discrepancy, raise it with the supervisor, and follow the written plan until formally updated

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Follow the verbal instructions since the supervisor has more authority than the written plan

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Ignore both and use their own judgment based on what seems to work

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Refuse to implement any intervention until the discrepancy is resolved

Question 5

Which of the following is a required element of a complete session note in ABA?

Accepted Answer

The date, session duration, programs addressed, and client's behavioral data

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The RBT's personal opinions about the client's progress

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The names of other clients present during the session

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The supervisor's signature before the session can begin

Question 6

Why is it important for an RBT to report unexpected changes in a client's behavior to their supervisor promptly?

Accepted Answer

Because unexpected behavior changes may indicate medical issues, environmental changes, or the need for treatment modifications

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So the supervisor can take over the session immediately

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To avoid being held responsible for the behavior change

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Only to comply with paperwork requirements