Ethics & Law · single question
Which behaviour management technique is appropriate for a child with attention deficit?
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Correct answer: A. Tell-show-do
- A. Correct. Tell-show-do breaks the procedure into short, concrete, sequential steps with immediate demonstration — well suited to a child with limited sustained attention. Keep appointments short and preferably in the morning.
- B. Incorrect. Hand-over-mouth is no longer taught or endorsed by the AAPD.
- C. Incorrect. Voice control (a sudden firm change in tone) addresses disruptive or defiant behaviour, not inattention.
- D. Incorrect. Protective stabilisation is a restrictive measure reserved for situations where behaviour prevents safe treatment, and requires specific informed consent.