RBT Study Guide Unit F: Professional Conduct and Scope of Practice Written by an ABA-Certified Educator RBT Professional Conduct Quiz 1) Andrew was Jennifer’s RBT. Now that the therapeutic relationship has ended, when could they ethically begin a romantic relationship? Immediately After 1 year After 2 years After 7 years Explanation: According to BACB ethics code, RBTs must wait at least 2 years after services have ended before any personal or romantic involvement. Explanation: According to BACB ethics code, RBTs must wait at least 2 years after services have ended before any personal or romantic involvement. 2) How much supervision must an RBT receive each month, according to BACB guidelines? 1% of direct hours 3% of direct hours 5% of direct hours 10% of direct hours Explanation: The BACB requires at least 5% of the RBT’s monthly direct service hours to be supervised by a qualified professional. Explanation: The BACB requires at least 5% of the RBT’s monthly direct service hours to be supervised by a qualified professional. 3) Which situation would violate professional boundaries as an RBT? Accepting a gift worth $5 Becoming friends with the client’s family outside of sessions Maintaining professional distance Attending a clinical meeting about client progress Explanation: Forming personal friendships with a client’s family is a clear boundary violation and may impact objectivity and professionalism. Explanation: Forming personal friendships with a client’s family is a clear boundary violation and may impact objectivity and professionalism. 4) Which scenario best demonstrates a dual relationship that an RBT should avoid? Holding a session during the client’s birthday party to support treatment goals Attending a company event with other RBTs and BCBAs Following the client’s sister and mom on Instagram All the above Explanation: Following a client’s family members on social media creates a personal relationship that crosses professional boundaries, violating ethical standards. Explanation: Following a client’s family members on social media creates a personal relationship that crosses professional boundaries, violating ethical standards. 5) Andrew feels his relationship with client Jennifer is becoming too personal. What is the best step to take? Inform Jennifer’s parents Inform his supervisor Inform Jennifer’s caregivers Do nothing Explanation: RBTs are ethically obligated to inform their supervisor if boundaries start to blur, ensuring professional distance is maintained. Explanation: RBTs are ethically obligated to inform their supervisor if boundaries start to blur, ensuring professional distance is maintained. 6) After resigning, a client’s parent asks Andrew if they can stay in touch. How long should he wait before starting a personal friendship? 2 years 3 years 7 years No need to wait Explanation: RBTs must maintain professional boundaries for at least 7 years after services have ended, even if they’ve left the role. Explanation: RBTs must maintain professional boundaries for at least 7 years after services have ended, even if they’ve left the role. 7) What is the most appropriate way for an RBT to respond to a client’s concerned parent? Suggest the family try alternative treatments Recommend a new behavior strategy Empathetically listen and encourage them to talk to the BCBA Tell them they’re handling everything wrong Explanation: RBTs should listen supportively, but avoid making recommendations, as that is the BCBA’s role. Explanation: RBTs should listen supportively, but avoid making recommendations, as that is the BCBA’s role. 8) Which is the most appropriate way for an RBT to communicate with a client’s stakeholders (e.g., parents, teachers)? Report client progress as directed by the BCBA Give advice about parenting strategies Discuss client cases with other RBTs without permission Share detailed clinical recommendations Explanation: RBTs should only share information authorized by the BCBA, staying within their defined scope of practice. Explanation: RBTs should only share information authorized by the BCBA, staying within their defined scope of practice. 9) Which statement is accurate about keeping your monthly supervision logs as an RBT? You are not required to record supervision contacts Your supervisor is solely responsible for recording and maintaining supervision records You are solely responsible for recording and maintaining supervision records You and your supervisor must maintain supervision logs for 7 years Explanation: According to the BACB, both the RBT and supervisor must retain supervision documentation for at least 7 years for compliance and audit purposes. Explanation: According to the BACB, both the RBT and supervisor must retain supervision documentation for at least 7 years for compliance and audit purposes. 10) What should an RBT do if they realize they won’t meet their required supervision hours this month? Ignore the issue Continue working unsupervised Report the issue to BACB first Notify their supervisor and arrange extra supervision Explanation: The correct step is to immediately notify the supervisor and try to schedule make-up supervision hours before the month ends. Explanation: The correct step is to immediately notify the supervisor and try to schedule make-up supervision hours before the month ends. 11) How often should your supervisor provide you with performance feedback? Weekly Monthly Annually Each supervised session and on an ongoing basis Explanation: Feedback should be provided during every supervised session and consistently over time to support the RBT’s growth and maintain effective services. Explanation: Feedback should be provided during every supervised session and consistently over time to support the RBT’s growth and maintain effective services. Your score is Restart quiz Unit A: Measurement RBT Practice Exam 1 RBT Practice Exam 2 RBT Practice Exam 3 RBT Practice Exam 4 RBT Practice Exam 5
