Session 1: The DSP Profession

Question 1

What is the reason for the DSP Training?
A. To help the DSP support individuals to have a better quality of life
B. To give the DSP more control over the lives of individuals
C. To make DSPs medical experts
D. To reduce the amount of work DSps have to do

Answer 1

A. The help the DSP support the individuals to have a better quality of life

Question 2

One value that guides services in Lanterman Act is:
A. Isolation
B. Obedience
C. Dependence
D. Satisfaction

Answer 2

D. Satisfaction

Question 3

When a DSP is finding creative and fun ways to help individuals learn meaningful skills, they playing the role of:
A. An Ambassador
B. A boss
C. A teacher
D. A parent

Answer 3

C. A teacher

Question 4

Which is an example of “People First” Language?
A. Victim of autism
B. Handicapped person
C. Individual with a developmental disability
D. Mentally retarded person

Answer 4

C. Individual with developmental disability

Question 5

According to California State Law, a developmental disability:
A. Always begins before someone is born
B. Goes away with Medication and therapy
C.Greatly limits three or more major life activities
D. Only includes physical challenges

Answer 5

C. Greatly limits three or more major life activities

Question 6

One characteristic of cerebral palsy is:
A. Mental Illness
B. Involuntary movements
C. High blood pressure
D. Weak Bones

Answer 6

B. Involuntary Movements

Question 7

Which DSP tool is used when a DSP looks and listens for things that could affect an individual's health and wellbeing?
A. Documentation
B. Ethics
C. Decision making
D. Observation

Answer 7

D. Observation

Question 8

Describe the DSPs role on the individual’s planning team:
A. The DSP finds and coordinates needed services
B. The DSP provides services and supports to assist the individual to achieve their goals
C. The DSP males decisions for the individuals
D. The DSP assesses the individual’s needs and makes recommendations for specific services

Answer 8

B. The DSP provides services and supports to assist the individual to achieve their goals

Question 9

What is the Platinum Rule?
A. Treat individuals like your friends
B. Treat others as you would like to be treated
C. Treat individuals like your own children
D. Treat others as they would like to be treated

Answer 9

D. Treat others as they would like to be treated

Question 10

Which Lanterman Act value says that services and supports should be based on an individual's needs and preferences?
A. Relationships
B. Health and Well-being
C. Choice
D. Rights and Responsibilities

Answer 10

C. Choice