Texas Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrator (LCPAA) Set 1 Practice Exam

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• When a medication label error is found, what must you do?
• To meet licensing standards for electronic recordkeeping, which practices should an LCPAA implement?
• An Overnight Care Provider is defined as someone who cares for a child for how long at maximum?
• How does DFPS licensing impact LCPAA operations and what to expect during inspections?
• Which medical services are included in the initial 72-hour screen for trafficking victim admissions?
• Which statement describes the educational program requirements for a child diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder?
• Which statement best describes the trafficking victim services training and caregiver eligibility requirements?
• Which age qualifies a child to participate in a transitional living program?
• How often must the physician review a child’s primary medical needs?
• Which document is required to establish eligibility of a foster or adoptive home with an LCPAA?
• Who should be invited to participate in planning the child's non-emergency discharge or transfer, if appropriate?
• Before imposing restrictions on a child's activities, who must review and approve them?
• Which age range defines a young adult in a residential child-care context?
• What is the purpose of a safety inspection in eligibility documentation?
• Which option best describes the scope of vendor and contract management within an LCPAA?
• In the operation plan, what information describes governance?
• What is a Quality Assurance/Continuous Improvement plan and its role in LCPAA operations?
• Which of the following is a second-degree relative?
• How is ‘Discipline’ defined in the context of care standards?
• Which statement best describes an independent living program?
• Which restraint position is described as chest-down?
• What is required if a mesh-sided crib has a side folded down?
• What is the first step in handling emergencies involving children in placement?
• Which item is included as ongoing compliance documentation for LCPAA?
• After emergency psychotropic administration, whom must you notify within 72 hours?
• May I use supportive devices?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a caregiver for the purposes of the child/caregiver ratio?
• Which statement best describes a non-ambulatory child?
• What does corporal punishment include?
• Which statement best reflects the overall sequence of handling trauma-related behavioral health needs when admitting a child to trafficking victim services?
• How does an LCPAA monitor and evaluate placement stability and outcomes?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four critical CCR efforts to protect children in care?
• What are essential elements of a foster parent endorsement or licensure process?
• What defines a short personal restraint?
• What is the primary purpose of a Texas Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrator (LCPAA)?
• Which items are essential components of an annual agency report to the Board?
• Which option is NOT typically considered a professional service provider?
• How long must you maintain copies of all the child's medication records?
• What minimum records must an LCPAA maintain for each child placed?
• What is a required approach to ensure cultural and linguistic competence in service delivery?
• Which topic is included as a competency area if the child is a parent?
• Which condition provides an exemption from TB screening requirements?
• In the LCPAA QA/CI plan, which practice supports ongoing improvement by ensuring actions are based on evidence?
• Which elements are typically required in an LCPAA policy and procedure manual?
• Within 30 days of admission, which of the following must have been completed?
• The policy states you may not use any emergency behavior intervention that is found inadvisable by the health-care professional attending to the pregnancy.
• Which community activities should be available as part of recreation in child-care services?
• What is the annual training requirement for homes with two foster parents?
• Which statement best describes safeguarding against abuse and neglect by staff or providers?
• Which statement best captures the impact of evidence-based practice on policy and training?
• What is the role of evidence-based practice in an LCPAA's service delivery?
• TB screening must be completed within how many days before or after starting to live, work, or volunteer at the operation, and documentation must be in the file within how many days?
• Which relation is a third-degree relative?
• Which placement condition applies for admitting a young adult to non-transitional programs within 12 months after discharge from another residential operation?
• Which of the following is a valid basis for an immunization exemption?
• Which measures support data privacy across LCPAA systems?
• Which action best supports formalizing referral processes and responsibilities with DFPS and partner agencies?
• What specific safety requirements must cribs meet?
• Can a caregiver restrict a child's activities as a behavior management tool?
• Which statement about transfer is true?
• Where must the foster parents maintain the current month's medication records?
• What describes a Transitional Living Program?
• What are the differences between placement and guardianship authority?
• What is the minimum number of hours of pre-service training regarding complex trauma for trafficking victims programs?
• Who may use PRN orders with respect to supportive devices?
• Which scenario qualifies as an emergency discharge or transfer?
• Which behavioral health domains must be assessed within 30 days of admission?
• Which sequence correctly describes a recommended data-breach response?
• Regarding side effects, which actions are required?
• What is the significance of family engagement strategies in an LCPAA?
• Which organizations must approve or accredit the educational facility or program for the child in care?
• What is an example of escort within personal restraint?
• Which statement describes treatment services in residential child care?
• Can an infant's caregiver leave the infant unsupervised?
• If adolescent parents are admitted with their child, who is responsible for the care of the adolescent's child?
• When must you inform a child of non-emergency discharge or transfer?
• Which of the following is considered a first-degree relative?
• Which statement best defines personal restraint as used in emergency behavior management?
• Which practice best prevents fraud in an LCPAA's financial management?
• The 12-month placement window applies to admissions to which programs?
• What responsibilities do I have for the education of a child in care?
• What does a 'transfer' of a child in care mean?
• Is family counseling always required for trafficking victim services?
• Who must review PRN orders for protective devices at least every 90 days?
• Which exposure and mitigation is commonly associated with LCPAA operations?
• Which items must be included in the cumulative medication record for a child?
• A Foster Family Home is described as which of the following?
• Which statement best describes the timing of caseworker assignment after intake?
• How is a Babysitter defined in the context of foster care?
• How should an LCPAA prepare for and respond to an on-site licensing inspection?
• What does a psychosocial assessment include?
• Can a licensed physician use PRN orders for protective devices?
• Non-mobile describes a child who:
• If a child is not receiving treatment services, when must you inform them of discharge or transfer?
• How should an LCPAA manage the confidentiality of a child's records when working with foster families?
• Which element must the fiscal plan include regarding reserves?
• How should an LCPAA handle confidential information and ensure compliance with privacy laws?
• Which relation is classified as a third-degree relative?
• Which item is included in the operation plan?
• Which item is NOT considered a typical element of a Disaster Preparedness and Continuity of Operations plan for an LCPAA?
• Are you allowed to swaddle an infant to help the infant sleep?
• Which item is an example of a protective device?
• The Foster family home is sometimes referred to as which term?
• What do child-care services encompass?
• Which group should be involved to maximize family engagement strategies' effectiveness?
• A child receiving treatment services for primary medical needs or intellectual disability must have a daily schedule based on which principle?
• Which of the following best describes ongoing monitoring requirements for foster homes?
• How should an LCPAA ensure cultural and linguistic competence in service delivery?
• What is the annual training requirement for single foster parent homes?
• For children receiving treatment services, must I designate a liaison between the agency and the child's school?
• What constitutes appropriate use of social media and public communications by an LCPAA?
• What is the role of documentation in proving compliance during an inspection?
• Which relative is considered a second-degree relative?
• What belongs in the risk section of the annual report?
• How are treatment services related to child-care services?
• Restrictions to a room or building for more than 24 hours require approval from whom?
• What is the procedure when a placement disrupts or a child runs away from placement?
• For non-mobile children, what must training programs include?
• When admitting a child for trafficking victim services, within how many hours must you screen for alcohol and substance abuse?
• What age range defines a toddler?
• What is the maximum duration a babysitter may care for a child in foster care?
• What must be done before or within 24 hours of imposing restrictions to a room for more than 24 hours?
• What type of recreational activities must be provided in treatment services?
• What are required elements for policy and procedure manuals in an LCPAA?
• What physical fitness activities must caregivers provide for a child receiving treatment services for primary medical needs or intellectual disability?
• What must a caregiver do if a child experiences an adverse reaction to a medication?
• In an emergency order for a psychotropic medication, what must you do regarding consent and notification?
• Which statement accurately identifies the agency that administers licensing for LCPAA and the governing codes?
• Which best describes a professional service provider in child-placing settings?
• What type of recreational activities must be provided in child-care services?
• Which of the following best describes the decision-making basis for placing a child or referring to DFPS during intake?
• Which item is prohibited for use as sleeping equipment in a foster home for infants?
• Where must the use of protective devices be documented?
• The physician must review PRN orders for protective devices at least every how many days?
• What is the role of the LCPAA administrator in financial management and contract compliance?
• Which item is listed as part of the plans required for Licensing's approval?
• A foster family home operates under the regulation of which entity?
• May a foster home release a child to any person without consent?
• In a foster care home study, which element represents ongoing oversight?
• What are typical elements of a Disaster Preparedness and Continuity of Operations plan for an LCPAA?
• How should a discharge or transfer be handled for a child who is an immediate danger to self or others?
• Who must plan a child's non-emergency discharge or transfer?
• Can an agency provide an independent living program for a child in care under 18?
• Why is objective decision-making and documentation important in placement decisions?
• How should an LCPAA approach continuity of care during staff transitions?
• Which of the following is included in the third degree?
• Which statement best describes how licensing inspections evaluate an LCPAA?
• Which statement best describes the credibility of documentation for compliance and safety?
• Which of the following statements is true about screening and assessment for children admitted to trafficking victim services?
• Who must accompany a child during discharge or transfer when the child is in immediate danger, unless transported by parent or law enforcement?
• Which of the following is NOT an ethical standard for LCPAA administrators?
• Which statement best describes the retention and confidentiality of records for a child placed by an LCPAA?
• Which statement best describes the required background checks for staff and prospective foster homes?
• Which practice best ensures ongoing compliance with DFPS rules and TAC updates?
• How many hours of trafficking-related training must employees complete within the annual requirement for homes with two foster parents?
• What are standard reporting obligations to DFPS by the LCPAA administrator?
• What is required for timely reporting to DFPS?
• How should an LCPAA handle grievance procedures and client rights for foster families and children?
• Under chemical restraint policy, which statement is correct?
• For other programs and services for trafficking victims, under what conditions may you admit a young adult?
• Describe mandatory background checks for individuals employed by or volunteering with an LCPAA.
• If the alcohol and substance abuse screening indicates a possible need for treatment, within how many days must you coordinate and schedule an alcohol and substance abuse professional assessment?
• Upon admission of a child receiving trafficking victim services, within how many hours must they be screened to determine whether there is an immediate need for medical services?
• Which entity typically identifies deficiencies that trigger a Corrective Action Plan (CAP)?
• What is the must-have process for intake and assessment of a child referred to the agency?
• Which statement is true about the caregiver definition?
• Immunizations required for a child’s age must either be completed by the date of admission or begin within how many days after admission?
• What characterizes an emergency situation in child care settings?
• Which furnishings and equipment must be in an infant care area?
• What is the importance of maintaining a census and caseload management system for an LCPAA?
• Who is responsible for providing individual counseling to each child receiving trafficking victim services?
• Are mesh cribs or port-a-cribs allowed?
• Which statement is NOT consistent with the intended use of a supportive device?
• Who must have a tuberculosis examination?
• Which statement identifies something not included in child-care services?
• How should an LCPAA respond to a data breach?
• May you admit a young adult into your transitional living program?
• Which of the following describes foster parents' responsibilities for recreational activities?
• What must the health-care professional document regarding emergency behavior intervention for a pregnant child?
• What mental health services are required for children receiving trafficking victim services?
• Which of the following lists the essential components of an LCPAA's annual compliance plan?
• May you use protective devices?
• Mechanical restraint is defined as which of the following?
• Are medical clearances part of eligibility documentation for foster or adoptive homes?
• What is the purpose of a home study in determining eligibility?
• Under chemical restraint definitions, which statement is true?
• Step and half relationships are considered the same as blood relationships.
• What elements should be included in a foster care home study conducted by or for an LCPAA?
• What is a key element of pre-inspection readiness?
• The Minimum Standards are based on which law?
• Which area is a required competency for a transitional living program?
• What is a protective device?
• When is a toddler considered supervised?
• If a caregiver detects a medication error regarding a prescribed medication, what is the first action?
• What are the primary duties of the LCPAA administrator regarding child safety and risk management?
• How should an LCPAA administer training and professional development for staff and foster parents?
• How should an LCPAA measure placement stability and child well-being outcomes?
• Which action is part of supervisory oversight in case management within an LCPAA?
• What are the legal implications of termination of parental rights (TPR) in LCPAA work?
• What defines supervision for a toddler under minimum standards?
• When must information be provided to the receiving placement after a child's discharge if consent has been obtained?
• Can a foster home have stackable cribs?
• What is the primary goal of a transitional living program?
• If the service planning team approves an alternative, can a child attend a non-approved educational facility?
• Infant is defined as a child from birth through which age?
• How can an LCPAA ensure ongoing compliance with changing DFPS rules and TAC updates?
• Who designs the individualized recreation plan in treatment services?
• Which populations are included in treatment services?
• Which items must have safety straps according to infant equipment guidelines?
• Which are typical indicators of effective program governance in an LCPAA?
• Which equipment must have safety straps before use with an infant?
• If the health-care professional does not substantiate effectiveness within 90 days for a psychotropic medication, what must happen?
• To whom can you discharge a child in a non-emergency situation?
• Within how many days of admission must a child receiving trafficking victim services be assessed for PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety?
• Identify the CCR effort whose purpose is to support providers with information and guidance at the site.
• Which description matches a supine restraint?
• How should records be stored to meet LCPAA compliance?
• Which option best describes the sequence of required actions for trafficking victim services admissions?
• Nonprescription medications and supplements dispensed to which age group must be included in the cumulative medication record?
• A Corrective Action Plan (CAP) is a plan to address deficiencies identified by which sources?
• Which item is included in the fiscal plan?
• How should an LCPAA handle interagency collaboration and referrals?
• Which of the following is an example of a prohibited behavior management technique?