To ensure that an intervention is being implemented correctly, it is crucial to make data-based decisions about procedural integrity. This involves tracking client progress by recording and analyzing data such as the duration, frequency, and intensity of the target behavior.
One way to assess procedural integrity is by observing graphs that show trends in the client's behavior. These graphs can indicate whether the client's behavior is improving, worsening, or remaining stable, reflecting the effectiveness of the procedure's implementation.
For example, a graph might show that the duration of a child's tantrums is decreasing, indicating that the procedure is being followed correctly and is effective.
Monitoring procedural integrity
Monitoring procedural integrity is essential to ensure that interventions are carried out as planned. This can be achieved through observation and data recording by an external observer.
The external observer should evaluate the extent to which an instructor follows the steps of a specific intervention. For example, the observer might check if the instructor consistently provides reinforcements and follows the instructions of the treatment plan.
If the observer finds that the instructor is not adequately following the treatment plan, they can provide feedback and support to improve the implementation of the procedure.
Monitoring treatment integrity
Monitoring treatment integrity is important to ensure that interventions are carried out correctly. This can be achieved through observation and data recording by an external observer.
The outside observer must evaluate the degree to which an instructor follows the steps of an intervention. For example, the observer could observe whether the instructor provides reinforcement consistently or whether the instructor follows the instructions in the treatment plan.
If the observer finds that the instructor is not following the treatment plan, he or she can provide feedback and support to help the instructor improve its implementation.
Track client progress
Duration: Is the duration of the child's tantrums decreasing?
Frequency: Is the frequency of the child's tantrums decreasing?
Intensity: Is the intensity of the child's tantrums decreasing?
Monitoring treatment integrity
Does the instructor provide reinforcement consistently?
Does the instructor follow the instructions in the treatment plan?
Does the instructor use intervention techniques correctly?