Antecedent Interventions

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What is the primary goal of antecedent interventions in ABA?

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To prevent problem behaviors before they occur

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Which of the following is an example of an antecedent intervention? Giving a time-out after a child misbehaves, Providing a visual schedule to help a child understand the sequence of activities, Taking away a toy as a consequence for hitting a sibling, Giving praise after a child completes a chore

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Providing a visual schedule to help a child understand the sequence of activities

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True or False: Antecedent interventions focus on modifying the environment to encourage desired behaviors and discourage problem behaviors.

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TRUE

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Which of the following is NOT an example of antecedent interventions? Using visual cues or prompts to remind a child to use polite language, Arranging the physical environment to minimize distractions during homework time, Giving a reward sticker after a child shares a toy with his sibling, Letting your child know how long he has before you have to leave the playground

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Giving a reward sticker after a child shares a toy with his sibling

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What is the purpose of providing choices as an antecedent intervention?

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To reduce frustration and increase compliance

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How does setting clear expectations contribute to effective antecedent interventions?

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It reduces uncertainty and increases predictability.

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How can you change the environment as an antecedent intervention? Options: Providing a time-out chair for a child to sit in when he engages in challenging behaviors, Allowing the child to choose between two different snacks, Placing toys in bins labeled with pictures of easy clean up, Giving verbal praise after a child completes a task

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Placing toys in bins labeled with pictures of easy clean up

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What are the four functions of behavior?

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Escape, attention, access, sensory stimulation

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What is one way you can prompt functional communication when your child is upset?

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Provide choices to help the child express preferences

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How can offering choices help prompt functional communication when a child is upset?

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By giving the child control and allowing them to express preferences.