Ethics & Values

Question 1

T or F When an ethical dilemma arises, the social worker should first consult the Code of Ethics.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What is The primary mission of the SW profession?

Answer 2

to enhance human wellbeing and help meet the basic human needs of all people

Question 3

Name the SW core ethics

Answer 3

1. Service
2. social justice
3. dignity & worth of every person
4. importance of human relationships
5. integrity
6. competence

Question 4

Define Informed consent

Answer 4

make sure the client understands the forms s/he is signing

Question 5

T or F if client sues you, you are still obligated to maintain confidentiality

Answer 5

False privilege belongs to client unless they sue then you can break confidentiality

Question 6

What are the exceptions to privacy and confidentiality?

Answer 6

1. to prevent serious foreseeable, or imminent harm to a client or other identifiable person
2. child/sexual abuse
3. elder abuse
4. disability

Question 7

What are the boundaries to sexual contact?

Answer 7

1. No sexual activities with current clients or relatives whether consensual or forced
2. No sexual relationships with former clients
3. No clinical services to individuals with whom the clinician has had a prior sexual relationship

Question 8

T or F a clinician can barter for services?

Answer 8

False

Question 9

T or F Code of Ethics states the SW should ONLY solicit info essential for providing services

Answer 9

True

Question 10

Tarasoff decision means

Answer 10

duty to warn

Question 11

When can SW evoke Tarasoff decision

Answer 11

1) a genuine psychotherapist-patient relationship, 2) serious and imminent threat against another person, and 3) threat is against an identifiable victim(s).

Question 12

Social worker may be justified in breaking confidentiality and warning an intended victim of the client’s HIV status if the therapist can prove 5 facts:

Answer 12

1. Client is infected with HIV
2. The parties engage in unprotected sexual intercourse or share drug injection equipment
3. The behavior is actually unsafe
4. The client intends to continue the behavior even after being counseled by the therapist about the potential harm
5. HIV transmission will likely occur

Question 13

T or F SW is prohibited from receiving payment for referals

Answer 13

True

Question 14

T or F a SW can split fees

Answer 14

False

Question 15

Who should the SW consult with if they have knowledge of colleague ethical or practice weakness?

Answer 15

Address colleague and assist the colleague in taking remedial action

Question 16

T or F clients should be informed if services are being offered by student

Answer 16

True

Question 17

What should a SW do if served a subpoena?

Answer 17

Respond with “privilege” and wait for judges decision

Question 18

Describe vicarious liability

Answer 18

employers and supervisors are responsible and liable for the actions of their respective employees

Question 19

Describe HIPPA?

Answer 19

established federal minimum standards for health information that is electronically transmitted. Stronger state laws supersede HIPPA. Clients have the right to see their records. Voluntary written consent required for any release.

Question 20

A ______ is a document issued by the fed govt that funds research involving human participants

Answer 20

cert of confidentiality

Question 21

What is the most common unethical behavior

Answer 21

confidentiality breaks

Question 22

The best way to protect electronic records is through

Answer 22

data encryption

Question 23

What are the stages of professional development?

Answer 23

1. orientation to job
2. autonomous worker
3. member of service team
4. specialization
5. supervisor