DSP - Direct Support Professional Safety and Emergency Procedures Questions and Answers Flashcards
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A supported individual is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should the DSP do first?
Answer: Call 911 (or have someone call) and begin CPR
When someone is unresponsive and not breathing, the priority is to activate emergency services by calling 911 and then immediately begin CPR.
Which of the following situations requires a mandatory report to Adult Protective Services (APS) by a DSP?
Answer: Suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a supported adult
DSPs are mandated reporters and must report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of supported adults to APS as required by US law.
What is the purpose of a personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP) for individuals with mobility impairments?
Answer: To outline how that specific person will safely exit a building during an emergency
A PEEP provides individualized procedures for safely evacuating a person with a mobility impairment from a building during an emergency.
Which of the following is an example of a environmental hazard a DSP should identify and correct in a group home?
Answer: Loose rugs on hard floors that could cause falls
Loose rugs are a fall hazard and should be secured or removed to maintain a safe living environment for supported individuals.
How often should fire drills typically be conducted in a US licensed residential support home?
Answer: At least quarterly or as required by state licensing regulations
Most US state licensing regulations require residential support homes to conduct fire drills at least quarterly to ensure all residents and staff know evacuation procedures.
A supported individual reports that another staff member hit them. What should the DSP do?
Answer: Listen, ensure the individual is safe, and immediately report to a supervisor and the appropriate authorities
When abuse is reported, a DSP must take the report seriously, ensure the individual's immediate safety, and report to both a supervisor and the appropriate protective authority.