Skills that may be assessed and programmed for in ABA therapy include
A. job skills
B. academics
C. communication
D. all of these - ANSWER D. all of these
ABA can be used to teach a variety of skills including academics, communication, and job skills.
Amalia's supervising BCBA t...
2024 RBT Mock Exam #1 Correct 100%
Skills that may be assessed and programmed for in ABA therapy include
A. job skills
B. academics
C. communication
D. all of these - ANSWER D. all of these
ABA can be used to teach a variety of skills including academics, communication, and
job skills.
Amalia's supervising BCBA told her that her session notes are not specific enough.
Amalia doesn't understand why but doesn't want the BCBA to think she is incompetent.
What should Amalia do?
A. Ask a more seasoned RBT if she can view their notes to better understand what the
supervisor is looking for.
B. Try to do better.
C. Search the internet for examples of ABA session notes.
D. Address the issue during supervision and ask for written examples of the type of
notes the BCBA wants. - ANSWER D. Address the issue during supervision and ask for
written examples of the type of notes the BCBA wants.
It is okay to ask for help! Amalia's best course of action is to speak directly with her
supervisor for further training. Asking for written examples of session notes is a great
strategy to help ensure session notes are in line with expectations.
Which of the following is an example of an objective session note?
A. Javon came into the session room. He usually hits or scratches, but he didn't try any
of that today. He worked hard & finished up emotions. The trampoline is his favorite.
B. Javon came into the session room without prompting today. He completed a lot of the
programs w/out maladaptive behaviors. He did the emotions program today & asked
about the trampoline.
C. Javon came into the session room without prompting today. He completed 85% of
the programs without maladaptive behaviors and mastered level 1 of the emotions
,program. He spontaneously signed "jump" 3 times today and was brought to the
trampoline after each request.
D. Javon was awesome today. He came right into the session room w/out complaining
& worked really hard w/out acting out. He did his emotions program and is done with
that. He even wanted the trampoline, so I gave it to him. - ANSWER C. Javon came into
the session room without prompting today. He completed 85% of the programs without
maladaptive behaviors and mastered level 1 of the emotions program. He
spontaneously signed "jump" 3 times today and was brought to the trampoline after
each request.
This is the correct answer, as it describes in detail what occurred throughout the
session. Data is incorporate, and specific program elements are mentioned. The
session note does not include any 'feelings' or assumptions. Remember, the key is to
be objective and reference the client's individual plan.
Renault is running client services at a clinic. One day his client, Abbey, is dropped off
for her session by a friend of the family. During drop off the friend says she's interested
in understanding Abbey's treatment plan and asks if she can contact Renault with
questions. How should Renault respond?
A. Explain that he cannot discuss Abbey's sessions with individuals who are not a part
of Abbey's family or treatment team.
B. Ask the friend what her questions are and let her know he'll respond at a later date.
C. Explain that he is not allowed to have contact with anyone outside of sessions.
D. Refer the friend to the supervising BCBA. - ANSWER A. Explain that he cannot
discuss Abbey's sessions with individuals who are not a part of Abbey's family or
treatment team.
We can be professional and explain our requirement to ensure we are not discussing
treatment plans with people outside of the team.
Which of the following might occur because of a failure to prepare for a session in
advance?
A. Neither other choice is likely.
B. Both other choices are likely.
C. More naturalistic, happy responding from the client.
D. Problem behavior from the client. - ANSWER D. Problem behavior from the client.
, Failure to prepare in advance for a session may result in problem behavior. It is always
best practice to prepare for each session.
Conditioned reinforcers that are provided when a correct response occurs and can be
exchanged later for more powerful reinforcers are
A. Visual prompts
B. Tokens
C. Backup reinforcers
D. Visual schedules - ANSWER B. Tokens
Tokens are conditioned reinforcers that can be exchanged for a more powerful backup
reinforcer.
Section F-3 of the RBT task list identifies communication with stakeholders as part of an
RBT's Scope of Practice. Which of the following are considered stakeholders?
A. Insurance providers
B. BCBA supervisors who work with the RBTs in a shared agency
C. Authorized family, caregivers, and other professionals who work with a client
D. Those affected by a client's maladaptive behaviors - ANSWER C. Authorized family,
caregivers, and other professionals who work with a client
The primary stakeholders include families, caregivers, and professionals working
directly with the client as outlined by the RBT task list.
Amrita is a native of Tibet. She immigrated to the US and is now living in a small close-
knit community of Tibetan immigrants. She provides services as an RBT through a
behavior services agency in the next town. Whenever someone from her community
needs ABA services, they always request Amrita because she speaks Tibetan. When
can Amrita work with a child from her community?
A. Amrita can work with any child in the community if they are not directly related to
anyone in her immediate family.
B. If Amrita does not directly socialize with the family, or have connections outside of
provision of services, she may provide services.
C. Amrita cannot provide services to any child in the community, because she is likely to
have a situation at some point due to the community's small size.
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