WTFx?
During math worksheets, a learner threw their pencil on the floor. Staff pick up the pencil and remove the worksheet for a few minutes. The behavior occurs almost exclusively during difficult tasks.
What is the first code in the BACB Ethics Code for Board Certified Behavior Analyst?
1.01 Being truthful
ABC
Antecedent Behavior Consequence
A parent asks you how another client is doing because their child plays with them in the clinic. What should you do?
Maintain confidentiality and do not share information about another client
This verbal operant allows a speaker to request something they want or need.
Mand
A learner sees the staff begin talking to another child. The learner immediately begins yelling and throwing toys. Staff rush over and provide comfort and redirection.
Attention
What is a stakeholder?
Any individual(s) or groups who have an interest in or are affected by behavior-analytic services but may not directly receive them.
SD
A client's caregiver offers you a brand-new iPad as a thank-you gift. What ethical concern exists?
Accepting expensive gifts may create a conflict of interest or multiple relationship.
A child sees a dog and says, "Dog!" without being asked. This verbal operant is occurring.
Tact
A learner repeatedly rocks back and forth while alone in their room. This behavior occurs when no one is present, and no consequences are provided.
Automatic Positive Reinforcement
What is a client?
The individual who directly receives behavior-analytic services.
SIB
Self-injurious Behavior
During the session, you realize a client's treatment plan is unclear and you are unsure how to proceed. What should you do?
Contact the supervising BCBA to seek clarification.
"The results of measurement, usually in quantifiable form; plural form of datum" (Cooper et al., 2020)
Data
In a standard FA, this condition allows the learner to get free access to activities, noncontingent attention, and no demands are placed.
Control/Play
Name one of the four core guiding principles based on the BACB Ethics Code.
1. Benefit others
2. Treat others with compassion, dignity, and respect
3. Behave with dignity
4. Ensure their competency
ISB
Inappropriate Sexual Behavior
You are asked to run a feeding program, but you have never been trained on the procedure. What should you do?
Ask for training and supervision before implementing the program.
Fill in the blank: Baer, ____ , & Risley
Wolf
A learner engages in head hitting. The behavior occurs when demands are presented, when preferred items are removed, when caregivers are busy, and even when the learner is alone.
Multiple functions, multiply controlled behavior
When making treatment decisions, behavior analysts should prioritize THIS above all else, including company profits, caregiver preferences, or personal convenience.
Client's best interest
DRD
Differential Reinforcement of Diminishing Rates
When should you contact the BACB regarding a serious ethical concern?
When you have a certificant who has committed a significant ethics violation that may harm clients, consumers, supervisees, or the public.
This communication system teaches learners to exchange a picture for a desired item or activity.
PECS