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WorksheetsRBT Ethics 2.0
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 25mins
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BCBA Stands for
Behavior Certfication Board of Analysts
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Board Credientialed Behavior Analyst
Behavior Council of Behavior Analists
What items are you required to document within your ongoing RBT supervision log?
Select all that apply
Dates and duration of supervision
First Name & Age of Client Supervised
Days and times you provided behavior-analytic service
Names of supervisors who provided supervision
Format of Supervision
(e.g., one-on-one, group)
What is the primary responsibility of an RBT?
Conducting assessments
Providing therapy independently
Implementing behavior-analytic services under the supervision of a BCBA
Working in collaboration with a BCBA and stakeholder as a member of a treatment team
Which of the following is a core ethical principle for RBTs?
Autonomy
Minimal supervision
Confidentiality
Exploitation
RBTs must obtain supervision from:
BCBA or BCaBA only
Any healthcare professional
Parents of clients
RBTs should prioritize the rights and preferences of:
The RBT's supervisor or BCBA
Which behavior-analytic services can RBTs provide?
Implementing behavior analytic treatment plans
RBTs must maintain client confidentiality except when:
Required by law or to protect clients from harm
Writing about clients in a blog
Sharing information on social media
Discussing cases with friends
How much supervision is required for RBT's each month
10 hours
At least 2 hours per week
10% per month worked with new clients
RBTs should refrain from engaging in relationships that could:
Benefit the client
Replace BCBA supervision
Boost their professional development
Compromise their objectivity and effectiveness
When faced with ethical dilemmas, RBTs should primarily consult:
Their colleagues
The BCBA supervisor
Their personal beliefs
Internet resources
RBTs must only implement behavior-change procedures:
That they have done with other client's before
That they've seen online
That are recommended by friends or other RBTS
Within their scope of competence, based on training
RBTs should avoid using aversive techniques unless:
Not true, adversive techniques should NEVER be used!
The client is non-verbal
All alternatives have been exhausted and it's justified
Requested by parents
How often should RBTs conduct assessments for their clients?
RBTs should take steps to ensure cultural competence by:
Request to work only with clients of your similar culture and race
RBTs should ensure that their interactions with clients are:
Personal and casual
Consistent with the client's preferences and goals
Limited to therapy sessions
Strictly professional
RBTs must not discriminate against clients based on:
A. Personal preferences
B. Political affiliation
C. Ethnicity or religion
D. All answers all through A-C
How should RBTs handle situations where there's a conflict of interest?
Discontinue services for the client
Prioritize their own interests
Avoid discussing it with anyone
Disclose the conflict and work to resolve it
RBTs should obtain informed consent from clients or guardians before:
Providing any services
Sharing client progress with others
Conducting assessments
Contacting the BCBA supervisor
RBTs should aim to maintain competence by:
Avoiding new research and training
Consuming new research and training with support
Pursuing ongoing professional development and training
Relying solely on past experiences
How should RBTs handle situations where they lack the necessary competence?
Seek supervision and training
Discontinue services for the client
Consult non-professional sources for guidance
Guess the appropriate intervention
RBTs should respect the privacy of clients by:
Discussing clients' cases in public places
Sharing limited client information openly with colleagues
Only discussing cases with the BCBA supervisor
Sharing information with anyone in the company who asks
RBTs should maintain records of their services and client progress to
Fulfill billing requirements
Ensure accountability and continuity of care
Support the client's legal cases
Impress their colleagues
When conducting assessments, RBTs should use methods that are:
Appropriate for the client's age and abilities
Preferred by the client's family
Quick and easy to administer
Familiar to them
RBTs should respect the autonomy of clients by:
Collaborating with clients and involving them in decision-making
Treating all clients the same way
Dictating all therapy decisions
Ignore behaviors that make the client look "weird"
What should RBTs do if they suspect a breach of the RBT Code of Ethics?
Ignore it
Report it to their colleagues
Report it to the BCBA supervisor or appropriate authority
Handle it personally without involving others
RBTs must prioritize the well-being and safety of clients by:
Focusing solely on behavioral outcomes without considering emotions
Following evidence-based practices and minimizing harm
Taking safe risks to accelerate progress
Minimizing supervision to respect client privacy
RBTs should maintain professional boundaries by avoiding:
Exchanging personal contact information with clients
Discussing clients' cases openly with family members
D) Becoming close friends with the BCBA supervisor
Engaging in social activities with colleagues
RBTs must ensure that their qualifications and credentials are:
Verified by clients' families
Updated on social media profiles
Displayed in therapy rooms
Accurate and truthful
RBTs should collaborate with other professionals and service providers involved in a client's care to ensure:
Minimal disruption during therapy sessions
Frequent communication with parents only
Continuity and comprehensive care
Exclusive decision-making authority
RBTs should refrain from using their professional role for:
Building relationships with clients' families
Providing a specific prognosis to families based on prior experiences
Engaging in community outreach
Enhancing their professional skills
How should RBTs handle situations where they believe their BCBA supervisor is not adhering to ethical standards?
Document it for personal records
Discuss it with colleagues first
Report concerns to the appropriate authority
Avoid reporting, as it might damage the working relationship
RBTs should actively promote the well-being of their clients by:
Advocating for client preferences
Focusing solely on behavioral outcomes
Exclusively using extinction-based strategies
Providing interventions that align with the client's personal values
RBTs should avoid disclosing information about clients without:
The BCBA supervisor's approval
Creating detailed case reports
Communicating with insurance providers
The client's explicit permission
