RBT Exam 1.2

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture notes on behavioral techniques and ethics in ABA.

Unconditioned punisher

Freezing temperatures and electric shocks are examples of this type of punisher.

Reporting abuse

If you believe a client is being abused, you should contact relevant authorities, follow organization policies, and consult your supervisor.

Antecedent technique

Prompting is an example of this type of technique.

Repertoire

The skills a client possesses.

Mand

Another word for a request.

Echoic

When a child repeats the phrase 'put on your shoes' after being prompted, it is an example of this verbal operant.

Tacting

When Susie sees a cow and says 'cow,' it is this type of verbal behavior.

Intraverbal

When Johnny responds with '4!' after his teacher asks about 2+2, it describes this verbal operant.

Permanent product data

When taking this type of data, you are measuring the production.

Inappropriate reporting

Saying 'I don't think my BCBA's plan is working' to a client's family is considered this.

DTT training

Best response to a parent wanting training on DTT is to inform them you will let your BCBA know.

Client consultation

It is inappropriate for a BCBA to implement a smoking reduction program without consulting the client first.

Behavior plan error

If the wrong behavior is reinforced, the BCBA should tell the supervisor and request further training.

Acceptable session notes

Saying 'The client manded 8 times today independently' is an example of this.

Crisis/emergency situation

This is a situation where you, the client, or someone else is in danger.

Motivating Operation

This increases or decreases the value of a reinforcer.

Prompt fading

This teaching method involves gradually removing support as a child learns to write their name independently.

Interval reinforcement system

A type of reinforcement system based on time.

Continuous measurement

Latency is not a type of this measurement.

Ethical compliance

You should comply with all legal, regulatory, and workplace requirements.

Ethical dilemma inquiry

When faced with an ethical dilemma, ask yourself 'What's the right thing to do?'

Negative reinforcement

Scratching an itch after being bitten by a mosquito is an example of this.

Prompt example

Writing a note to remind someone to take out the trash is an example of this.

Extinction burst

Aggressively turning the key in a car that won't start may indicate this behavior.