A7 — Graph Trends & A8 — Risks of Unreliable Data & Poor Fidelity

Increasing Trend

Data points move upward over time.

Decreasing Trend

Data points move downward over time.

Stable Trend

Data points stay at a consistent level with little change.

Variable Trend

Data points fluctuate widely with no clear pattern.

Trend Interpretation

Always interpret trend based on the goal of the behavior.

Unreliable Data

Data that does not accurately reflect actual behavior.

Procedural Fidelity

Implementing the intervention exactly as written.

Risk of Poor Data

Leads to incorrect treatment decisions and wasted learning time.

Risk of Poor Fidelity

Client may not receive the intended intervention and progress may slow.

RBT Responsibility

Collect data honestly