Test 2 CH9

Question 1

1. What is meant by least restrictive procedures?

Answer 1

avoiding harmful consequences, reinforcement instead of punishment wherever possible

Question 2

2. As a field (and provider) what are we primarily interested in?

Answer 2

developing behaviorchange programs that teach new, appropriate, adaptive behaviors using nonharmful reinforcers whenever possible.

Question 3

3. Why do we need termination criteria?

Answer 3

to prevent open ended treatment that goes on and on

Question 4

4. What are the 4 principles involved in developing a behavior change program?

Answer 4

(a) designs programs that are based on behavior analytic principles, including assessments of effects of other intervention methods, (b) involves the client or the client-surrogate in the planning of such programs, (c) obtains the consent of the client, and (d) respects the right of the client to terminate services at any time

Question 5

5. Why should you describe environmental conditions for program success?

Answer 5

to ensure the environment does not hamper or preclude implementation

Question 6

6. If you identify an environmental condition that precludes implementation of a behavioral program what must you do?

Answer 6

recommend that other professional assistance be sought

Question 7

If you identify an environmental condition that hampers the implementation of a behavioral program what must you do?

Answer 7

seek to eliminate them or identify them in writing

Question 8

8. When is approval sought for behavioral intervention?

Answer 8

before implementation

Question 9

9. When developing a behavior change program, what procedures are recommended first?

Answer 9

reinforcement

Question 10

10. When using punishment programs, what must be included?

Answer 10

reinforcers for appropriate behavior

Question 11

11. What are harmful reinforcers?

Answer 11

reinforcers that are bad for the client in the sort or long term

Question 12

12. Why do you need ongoing data collection?

Answer 12

to evaluate a programs effectiveness

Question 13

13. When can modifications be made to a behavioral program?

Answer 13

at any point where it is determined to be helpful and when consent is obtained

Question 14

14. When do you terminate clients?

Answer 14

when an objective pre-determined criteria is met