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Certified Direct Support Professional Training Flashcards

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  1. Which communication strategy is MOST effective when supporting a person with limited verbal communication skills?

    Answer: Learn and use the person's preferred Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) system

    Supporting and consistently using a person's preferred AAC system promotes their ability to communicate effectively and preserves their voice.

  2. What is 'duty of care' for a DSP?

    Answer: The legal and ethical obligation to take reasonable steps to prevent harm to those you support

    Duty of care is the legal and ethical responsibility to take reasonable actions to protect individuals from foreseeable harm.

  3. A person you support frequently engages in hand-biting. According to positive behavioral supports, the FIRST step is to:

    Answer: Conduct a Functional Behavior Assessment to determine why the behavior occurs

    A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) identifies the purpose or function of the behavior so interventions can address the root cause rather than just the behavior.

  4. Universal Precautions in healthcare settings require DSPs to:

    Answer: Treat all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious at all times

    Universal Precautions require treating all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious, regardless of the individual's known health status, to prevent disease transmission.

  5. Which of the following is an example of financial exploitation of a person receiving services?

    Answer: Borrowing money from a person you support without repayment

    Borrowing money from individuals you support is a form of financial exploitation and a serious ethical and legal violation regardless of intent.

  6. Cultural competence for a DSP means:

    Answer: Understanding and respecting how a person's culture influences their preferences and needs

    Cultural competence requires DSPs to understand and honor each individual's cultural background and how it shapes their values, communication style, and care preferences.

  7. Which of the following BEST demonstrates respect for a person's dignity during personal care routines?

    Answer: Explaining each step and asking permission before proceeding

    Explaining each step of personal care and obtaining the person's consent demonstrates respect for their dignity, privacy, and bodily autonomy.