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BACB BCABA Exam - Topic 5 Question 122 Discussion

A behavior analyst is asked to provide direct services requiring daily 1:1 interaction with a teen-aged client. The client does not speak but can communicate fluently using sign language. The behavior analyst knows some sign language but is not fluent. The BEST approach to this situation would be to
D) refer the family to a behavior analyst fluent in sign language.
A) explain his level of competence in sign language to the family before beginning service.
B) hire a sign language interpreter to attend the sessions.
C) attend a workshop in sign language prior to beginning service.

BACB BCABA Exam - Topic 5 Question 122 Discussion

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Question #: 122
Topic #: 5
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A behavior analyst is asked to provide direct services requiring daily 1:1 interaction with a teen-aged client. The client does not speak but can communicate fluently using sign language. The behavior analyst knows some sign language but is not fluent. The BEST approach to this situation would be to

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Lavina
2 hours ago
But what if the interpreter isn't available all the time?
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Nickie
5 days ago
I think hiring an interpreter is best.
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Cathrine
10 days ago
Attending a workshop sounds good, but it's not enough time to get fluent!
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Telma
16 days ago
Not sure if an interpreter is enough, maybe they need a fluent analyst.
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Erinn
2 months ago
Wait, can you really just hire an interpreter for therapy sessions?
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Julio
2 months ago
Totally agree, communication is key!
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Reed
2 months ago
I think hiring an interpreter is the best way to go.
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Harrison
3 months ago
Not sure if just explaining their skills is enough, though.
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Nichelle
3 months ago
Referring to a fluent analyst seems like a solid choice too.
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Nieves
3 months ago
Wait, can the analyst really learn enough sign language in a workshop?
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Josephine
3 months ago
Totally agree, communication is key!
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Samuel
3 months ago
I think hiring an interpreter is the best option.
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Cherrie
3 months ago
I recall a similar question where referring to someone fluent was the best choice. I wonder if that applies here too.
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Barb
4 months ago
I feel like attending a workshop could help, but would that really be enough before starting with the client?
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Denae
4 months ago
I'm not sure if hiring an interpreter is necessary. Maybe explaining my skills to the family first would be enough?
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Laurene
4 months ago
I remember discussing the importance of communication in our classes, and I think hiring an interpreter could be the best option here.
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