DSP Programs 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a Day Habilitation program for individuals with intellectual disabilities?

Accepted Answer

To offer structured activities that develop and maintain daily living skills

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To provide vocational training leading directly to employment

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To deliver medical rehabilitation services in a clinical setting

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To supervise individuals while their families are at work

Question 2

Which funding source most commonly pays for Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs?

Accepted Answer

Federal and state governments jointly

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The individual's private insurance only

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Nonprofit organizations exclusively

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County government alone

Question 3

A Supported Living program is best described as services that help individuals:

Accepted Answer

Live in their own homes or apartments with flexible support

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Live in group homes with 24-hour staffing

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Reside in nursing facilities with specialized care

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Stay temporarily in respite care settings

Question 4

What distinguishes an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) from a group home?

Accepted Answer

ICF/IIDs are licensed Medicaid facilities with active treatment requirements

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ICF/IIDs are community-based and unregulated

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ICF/IIDs only serve individuals with physical disabilities

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ICF/IIDs do not receive any government funding

Question 5

In a Supported Employment program, what role does a job coach typically play?

Accepted Answer

Providing on-site training and fading support as the individual gains competence

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Completing the job tasks on behalf of the individual when difficult

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Negotiating salary and benefits for the individual

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Selecting the job without input from the individual

Question 6

Which concept ensures that individuals in HCBS programs receive services in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs?

Accepted Answer

Community Integration mandate under the ADA and Olmstead decision

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Least Restrictive Environment principle

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Normalization theory

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Inclusion Index standards

Question 7

A Person-Centered Plan (PCP) in a DSP program context is primarily driven by:

Accepted Answer

The individual's own goals, preferences, and strengths

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The DSP's professional assessment of what is best

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The funding agency's available service slots

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The family's wishes without input from the individual