Prevention, Detection and Reporting of Abuse Quiz

Please complete the 10-question quiz after viewing the Prevention, Detection, and Reporting of Abuse VIDEO and reading the UCP Central PA Abuse Neglect and Exploitation POLICY. At least an 80% MUST be achieved to pass. If you receive less than an 80%, please retake the quiz until achieving a passing score.

1. To protect people’s rights, it is UCP’s policy to _____________________ report and/or investigate allegations of abuse or neglect in a fair and consistent manner.

a. timely

b. immediately

c. suggest

d. request

e. frequently

2. An allegation may potentially involve which of the following people?

a. Someone uninvolved with the care of the individual

b. Staff member

c. A fellow participant or resident

d. Family member

e. All of the above

3. Failure to report allegations of abuse or neglect may result in which of the following consequences for staff?

a. Immediate administrative leave

b. Whistleblower protection

c. Disciplinary action

d. A fine or imprisonment

e. If you do not work directly with alleged victim, there is no consequence

4. What is the first step responsibility of the initial reporter if they observe abuse or neglect?

a. To provide a maximum of cooperation and immediately report

b. To ensure the safety of the person

c. To secure the scene when possible

d. To collect initial witness statements

e. To provide a written statement of the incident

5. Which type of abuse is defined as ‘an intentional physical act by staff or other person which causes or may cause physical injury to an individual, such as striking or kicking, applying noxious or potentially harmful substances or conditions to an individual?’

a. Verbal abuse

b. Neglect

c. Physical abuse

d. Improper use of restraint

e. Any of the above

6. Which of the following are examples of neglect?

a. Failure to provide supervision and necessary care

b. Failure to provide the needed services and supports

c. Failure to provide necessary care such as food, attention, medical care

d. Failure to provide protection from safety hazards

e. All of the above

7. Which of the following is an example of improper or unauthorized use of restraint?

a. Standing in front a door and not allowing an individual to come out

b. Pushing an individual if he refuses to move

c. Telling an individual that if he tells anyone where you went today, there will be a problem

d. Assuming an angry tone when speaking to individual

e. All of the above

8. Which of the of the following is NOT a type of abuse?

a. Sexual

b. Physical

c. Psychological

d. Financial

e. Mental

9. Every UCP employee is a _________________________, therefore annual training on the Prevention, Detection and Reporting of Abuse is required.

a. Direct Support Professional

b. State Employee

c. Potential Abuser

d. Mandated Reporter

e. Compensated Whistleblower

10. Any UCP staff member accused of alleged abuse or neglect will be…

a. assumed guilty, unless proven innocent

b. placed on unpaid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation

c. placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation

d. asked to work in another program where the alleged victim does not live/attend

e. asked to interview coworkers

By checking YES below, I acknowledge that I…

Viewed the Prevention, Detection and Reporting of Abuse presentation,
Reviewed UCP’s Incident Management and Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Policy & Procedures,
Recognize the expectation and importance of immediate reporting and potential consequences for failing to report as a Mandated Reporter,
Understand the role and responsibilities of an Initial Reporter,
Understand protection under the agency “Whistleblower” policy, which guarantees no reprisals will be brought against any employee who reports abuse/neglect according to agency procedures.

YES