Certified Direct Support Professional Training Flashcards
7 cards from real DSP practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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A person you support begins showing signs of a seizure. What should you do FIRST?
Answer: Clear the area of hard objects and position the person safely on their side if possible
During a seizure, the priority is ensuring the person's safety by clearing the area and positioning them to prevent aspiration — never restrain or place objects in the mouth.
What is the purpose of a Behavior Support Plan (BSP)?
Answer: To provide proactive strategies that teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors
A BSP provides positive, proactive strategies to understand the function of behavior and teach replacement skills rather than using punishment.
HIPAA regulations require DSPs to:
Answer: Protect the confidentiality of the individuals they support
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) mandates that all protected health information be kept confidential and shared only on a need-to-know basis.
When completing progress notes, DSPs should record:
Answer: Objective observations using factual, behavioral language
Documentation must be objective, factual, and behavioral — describing what was observed without interpretation or personal opinion.
The 'least restrictive environment' principle means that supports should:
Answer: Use the minimum level of intervention needed to ensure safety while promoting independence
Least restrictive environment means using only the level of support and restriction necessary, maximizing individual freedom and self-determination.
A person you support tells you they want to end a romantic relationship but are afraid their partner will react badly. As a DSP, you should:
Answer: Support the person's right to make this decision and help them develop a safety plan if needed
DSPs must support individual autonomy in personal relationships and assist with safety planning when potential risks are identified.
When a new person moves into a residential home, a DSP should FIRST:
Answer: Review all existing support plans, preferences, and goals before providing care
Reviewing the individual's support plans, preferences, and documentation before providing care ensures person-centered, safe, and appropriate support from day one.