Unit 2 Quiz Flashcards
What are characteristics of a defined relationship?
Specified duties and responsibilities, description of wages, a written or verbal contract.
Which of the following would be considered a complex ethical case?
A. A parent is insisting on giving the therapist a Christmas present.
B. A therapist under the BCBA’s supervision is engaging in a sexual relationship with a client.
C. Parents are seeking guidance on using a reinforcement-based food program.
B
At what level of complexity does a BCBA need to be involved?
Level 2
What are some dimensions of a Level 6 ethics case?
Significant physical or psychological harm, serious violation of ethics code and client’s rights.
What are some factors that could increase the complexity of a case?
Experience of the behavior analyst, multiple players involved, and the details of the situation.
At what level can a RBT handle an ethics case independently?
None, Level 1 starts with a BCaBA.
At what level of complexity is physical or psychological harm a possible concern?
Level 2
What professional skills are needed to implement ethics strategies effectively?
Assertiveness, critical thinking, handling difficult people.
Ethics comes from what Greek work meaning moral character?
Ethos.
How frequently is it recommended that behavior analysts working in organization hold meetings to discuss ethics cases that arise and make sure they are handled appropriately?
Monthly.
Dr. Bailey suggests that Level 1 complexity cases should be handled by individuals who have at least a _.
BCaBA certification.
Dr. Bailey suggests that Level 6 complexity cases should be handled by individuals who have at least _.
BCBA-D certification.
The players that must be considered when analyzing a complex ethics case include_.
The behavior analyst, the client, and the supervisor.
At which level of complexity is the behavior analyst not able to resolve an issue alone?
Level 4.
What do Bailey and Burch call “a thoughtful and strategic analysis of what to do in the event that your first action was unsuccessful”?
A contingency plan.
In the seven step model, risk to whom should be considered?
The client, the behavior analyst, and others.
What is the key part of the Evaluation process in the seven step model?
Keeping detailed records of the incident for review in future similar cases and for possible legal action which may be taken.
How are the core ethical principles different from the ethical code elements?
The core ethical principles are basic moral principles, whereas the ethical code elements are broken down into much more specific areas of ethical practice in our field.
What does Dr. Bailey refer to as the clout factor?
The influence of position, power, and authority to make things happen.
What can be considered a gift in relation to the BACB ethical codes?
A bottle of water given to the therapist by the parent in a home therapy sessions, a baby gift from a family for their BCBA who is expecting a child, a bubble machine given to a client by a BCBA for their fourth birthday.
What is suggested to avoid in general once one becomes certified through the BACB, or even after any professional training in behavior analysis?
Giving behavior analytic advice.
Which one of the following is not one of the six listed "Everyday Ethical Challenges for Average Citizens and Behavior Analysts" in the Bailey and Burch text? A. Responsibility B. Pursuit of excellence C. Gossip D. White Lies
Pursuit of excellence.
Exchanging gifts creates a ___ relationship. The client and the behavior analyst now become friends, and the BCBA is expected to return the favor at the right time.
Dual-role.
Gossip, no matter how small is to be avoided. What is considered gossip?
Sharing info about a client you serve with a coworker during office hours, sharing info about a client you serve with a coworker when out for dinner, giving an update on a client to a family friend who knows said client.
A client states they are having difficultly making ends meet and cannot buy groceries for the week. What should you do?
Provide a list of local resources for people in need.
