CHAPTER 12: Principles Of Professional Practice

Question 1

False.

There is rarely a single right answer.

Answer 1

True or False

There is always a right answer if you take the time to consider the options.

Question 2

Why was the Code of Ethics developed?

Answer 2

1. Protect consumers from unethical practitioners
2. Deter immoral conduct
3. Educate members about appropriate or inappropriate conduct
4. Acknowledge goals and norms

Question 3

What distinguishes professionals?

Answer 3

Professionals subscribe to a higher standard of behavior than that motivated purely by profit or self-interest.

Question 4

What is ethics according to our textbook?

Answer 4

Behavioral Standards- a set of principles that defines what is judged appropriate or inappropriate, right or wrong

Question 5

True or False

Developing professional discretion and judgement can be achieved after a few interpreting classes

Answer 5

False.

It takes time to develop professional discretion and judgement. Be patient with yourself.

Question 6

What is the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct?

Answer 6

1. Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication
2. Interpreters possess the skills and knowledge for the specific situation
3. Interpreters conduct themselves appropriately for the specific interpreting situation
4. Interpreters show respect for consumers
5. Interpreters respect for colleagues and students of the same profession
6. Interpreters maintain ethical business practices
7. Interpreters engage in professional development

Question 7

How should you maintain professional distance?

Answer 7

Refrain from interpreting in settings where the involvement of family members, close friends, or close professional associates affects the quality of service we provide and/or the professional decisions we make.

Question 8

What is the empowerment of the client?

Answer 8

Demonstrating genuine concern for others leading to actions that empowers others.

Question 9

Professional Certification

Answer 9

Provides evidence of interpreters competence and professionalism.

Question 10

Integrity of Service

Answer 10

Members will make every attempt to avoid situations that constitute a real or perceived conflict of interest.