UmMo Behavior Management Quiz

What is the primary function of UmMo's property destruction behavior?

• Escape

• Attention

• Access to items/activities

• Sensory stimulation

Which of the following is an effective preventative strategy for reducing UmMo's aggression?

• Providing clear visual schedules

• Giving verbal warnings only

• Ignoring all non-dangerous behaviors

• Physically blocking UmMo from engaging in aggression

When UmMo attempts to take food without permission, which strategy is most appropriate?

• Firmly say "no" and move the food away

• Use a calm voice to redirect UmMo to an alternative snack or activity

• Physically block UmMo from reaching the food without explanation

• Ignore the behavior and allow access to the food to avoid escalation

True or False: Staff should physically intervene immediately if UmMo attempts to engage in property destruction.

• True

• False

True or False: When UmMo engages in vocal outbursts, staff should avoid eye contact and limit verbal engagement unless safety is compromised.

• True

• False

True or False: Offering UmMo frequent access to preferred sensory activities is an effective preventative strategy.

• True

• False

Scenario: UmMo begins to hit the table repeatedly, showing frustration after being told they cannot have a second serving of food. What is the most appropriate response?

• Remind UmMo of the schedule and offer a preferred sensory item.

• Ignore the behavior until it stops.

• Firmly say “no” and walk away.

• Provide the second serving to calm UmMo down.

Scenario: UmMo attempts to grab a staff member’s hair during a transition from one activity to another. What should the staff member do first?

• Use the Ukeru pad as a protective barrier and calmly redirect UmMo.

• Sternly say "stop" and step back quickly.

• Grab UmMo’s arm to prevent hair-pulling.

• Shout for assistance immediately.

Scenario: UmMo is pacing near the front door during a staff shift change. What is the most appropriate preventive action?

• Verbally redirect UmMo away from the door and engage him in a preferred activity.

• Stand quietly near the door and observe UmMo’s behavior.

• Physically block the door without providing an explanation.

• Ignore the pacing behavior unless UmMo attempts to open the door.