When presenting extinction as a possible treatment option to a client and his or her family, it is MOST important for a behavior analyst to A.assure them that extinction is supported in the literature as an effective procedure.B.present it along with other interventions, including reinforcement based alternatives.C.discuss the risks and benefits of using extinction and assure them that it is the best option.D.explain his or her experience using extinction with similar cases.
A behavior analyst is asked to provide direct services requiring daily 1:1 interaction with a teen-aged client. The client does not speak but can communicate fluently using sign language. The behavior analyst knows some sign language but is not fluent. The BEST approach to this situation would be to A.explain his level of competence in sign language to the family before beginning service.B.hire a sign language interpreter to attend the sessions.C.attend a workshop in sign language prior to beginning service.D.refer the family to a behavior analyst fluent in sign language.
Fara has identified two procedures that have an equal probability of being effective. In order to select the better procedure, she should
Which of the following would BEST contribute to a behavior analyst's professional development? A.attending a workshop that provides videotaped examples and practice activities for innovative interventionsB.reading articles from a peer-reviewed applied behavior analysis journal that describe techniques that are applicable to her client populationC.becoming a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, which is a rich resource for behavior analystsD.contributing an article to the newsletter of the local Association for Behavior Analysis chapter
Before recruitment of participants for a research study begins, a behavior analyst needs to: A.obtain consent from participant(s) or legal guardian(s) if necessary.B.obtain institutional review board approval or equivalent (e.g., an ethics committee).C.inform participants of their ability to withdraw from the study.D.inform participants about ethical requirements and experimental procedures.
Billy, a 20-year-old male, has the capacity to give consent for treatment. The behavior analyst has developed a program and explained it to Billy. Procedures, benefits, rights, and other information also were shown to him. The one element still needed for informed consent is approval from A.Billy.B.clinical review committee.C.human rights committee.D.Billy's parents.
From an ethical standpoint, target behaviors and program goals should be selected A.by service providers and staff members who are knowledgeable of the consumer's needs.B.by the consumer or their representative in consultation with an interdisciplinary team.C.so that they ultimately facilitate transition to independent living.D.that most closely adhere to the standards of the community.
Fred does not follow some of the directives imposed by the direct care staff. A behavior analyst has been asked to put a program in place that will get Fred to comply with all directives. The behavior analyst should FIRST A.differentiate between compliance rates across different directives.B.request that staff provide a ratio of compliant behaviors to noncompliant ones.C.determine a list of potential reinforcers for the behavior program.D.consider the ethical implications of training Fred to comply with all directives.
A behavior analyst specializing in developmental disabilities is informed by a cousin at a family gathering that their 2-year-old child has just received a diagnosis of autism and severe intellectual disability. The cousin asks the behavior analyst for advice. Which statement BEST conforms to the ethical and professional standards for behavior analysts? A.It would be unprofessional and unethical for the behavior analyst to advise a relative.B.The behavior analyst can consult with their cousin, but only on an informal basis once the cousin hires their own behavior analyst.C.Early intensive behavioral intervention may suit the child and family. The behavior analyst should suggest some people for the cousin to contact.D.Tell the cousin that the child will benefit from behavioral intervention with the impact of the intervention depending on the specific treatment that is implemented. C
From an ethical standpoint, which source provides the MOST appropriate information for justifying implementation of a program to change a person's behavior? A.daily reports from the direct care staff who work with the person routinelyB.graphed data from the program staff who observe the person regularlyC.written recommendations from the medical staff who treat the person on a regular basisD.written requests from the administrative staff who are ultimately responsible for the person's care