Professional Orientation and Ethics

Question 1

What are the values of the ACA Code of ethics?

Answer 1

enhance human development for life span
embrace diversity and multicultural factors
promote social justice
safeguard integrity of cl-th relationship
practice the in ethical/safe manner

Question 2

What are the six foundational principles for ethical behavior?

Answer 2

autonomy,
nonmaleficence
beneficence
justice
fidelity
veracity

Question 3

What is autonomy?

Answer 3

the notion that the cl has a right to control his or her own life

Question 4

What is nonmaleficence?

Answer 4

a counselor never uses strategies or interventions that could cause harm

Question 5

What is beneficence?

Answer 5

the th practices for the good of society as well as the cl.W

Question 6

What is justice>

Answer 6

the idea that all cl are treated fairly and there is equality

Question 7

What is fidelity?

Answer 7

the cl keeps promises

Question 8

what is veracity?

Answer 8

the helper is truthful

Question 9

True or false: state laws and ethics are always in agreement?

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What is the current pro bono work?

Answer 10

seeing a cl for free, free lectures, offering a reduced fee, providing post-trauma/disaster services

Question 11

When can a th engage in bartering?

Answer 11

If and only if it will not cause harm or exploit the cl

Question 12

How much is a gift from a cl?

Answer 12

$20 and under

Question 13

When deciding to accept a cl gift what should you consider?

Answer 13

cultural factors and cl rationale

Question 14

What should a th do if there is a difficult situation?

Answer 14

seek consultations

Question 15

True or false: The new code prohibits th from discriminating based on sexual orientation or gender identity.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

Why might a counselor refer a cl?

Answer 16

lack of knowledge but not because of their own personal values

Question 17

In distance counseling, the th should practice by what laws?

Answer 17

The state they reside in as well as the state the cl is in

Question 18

What is PHI?

Answer 18

Personal Health Information

Question 19

Is skype HIPAA compliant?

Answer 19

no

Question 20

True or false: you may refer a cl if they are terminally ill or considering physician assisted suicide

Answer 20

False

Question 21

How long must a th wait to have a romantic relationship with a cl, family member of the cl, or the cl’s romantic partner?

Answer 21

five years after termination

Question 22

Can you refer a cl to your own private practice if working for a school or a counseling agency?

Answer 22

no

Question 23

What is it called when you refer a cl to your own private practice?

Answer 23

self-referral

Question 24

If you are evaluating someone for legal/forensic purposes, can you also counsel them.

Answer 24

no

Question 25

If you violate an ethical principle, does that mean you have broken the law?

Answer 25

no, only legal liability can be established by a court of law

Question 26

When you pass the NCE, you can attain the ____________-, given by the NBCC.

Answer 26

NCC, a generic certification for counselors

Question 27

What is the NBCC?

Answer 27

National Board for certified counselors

Question 28

Approximately how many states use the ACA ethical code?

Answer 28

20

Question 29

Tarasoff vs Board of Regents of the University of California illuminated what?

Answer 29

the duty to warn a client in imminent danger

Question 30

What is privileged communication?

Answer 30

anything said to a th by a cl will not be divulged outside the counseling setting without the cl permission

Question 31

What does privileged communication NOT cover?

Answer 31

Imminent danger, suicidality, homicidal intent, abuse of a minor, minors (since their guardians have the privilege.)

Question 32

What is ACES?

Answer 32

American Counselor Education and Supervision

Question 33

The problem with income-sensitive or sliding fee scales is what?

Answer 33

it is difficult to administer them in a fair manner

Question 34

What is reciprocity?

Answer 34

when one state or organization accepts the license or credentials of another state or organization

Question 35

If you are bartering with a client, what must happen?

Answer 35

there must be a written contract and it cannot be harmful to the cl

Question 36

What is a paradoxical intervention?

Answer 36

when a client is told to exaggerate a symptom

Question 37

When is paradoxical intervention not advised?

Answer 37

when a cl is experiencing suididal or homicidal thoughts and behaviors

Question 38

What is minimal disclosure?

Answer 38

If you must break confidentiality, you are only to disclose what is necessary (minimal amount) and when possible, you inform the cl that you are going to disclose confidential information

Question 39

Can you submit an article you've written to multiple journals?

Answer 39

not unless you have permission from the first publisher

Question 40

What is usually shorter: a consultation relationship or a supervision relationship?

Answer 40

supervision relationship

Question 41

who created the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)?

Answer 41

The American Psychiatric Association (APA)

Question 42

Who created the international statistical classification of diseases, injuries, and causes of death (ICD)?

Answer 42

The World Health Organization (WHO)

Question 43

What type of counselor would utilize the DSM or the ICD to diagnose a cl?

Answer 43

a th who is seeking to secure insurance payments

Question 44

What is the type of counseling that has caused the most ethical concerns?

Answer 44

behavioral

Question 45

Is it possible for a single code to represent many conditions?

Answer 45

Yes

Question 46

If you wish to accept insurance, what must be present on your billing statement?

Answer 46

The CPT code, the specification for the exact nature of the treatment being utilized

Question 47

Who developed the most popular paradigm of mental health consultation?

Answer 47

Caplan

Question 48

What is "consultee-centered" consultation?

Answer 48

helping the consultee develop improved techniques and skills

Question 49

What is "program-centered administrative consultation?"

Answer 49

supervisors or consultants intention is to sharpen your administrative skills to make you a better presenter at your agency board meeting

Question 50

What is "program-centered consultation?"

Answer 50

creating, designing, or evaluating the program in question

Question 51

What is the leading cause of malpractice actions taken against the counselor, therapist, and mental health providers?

Answer 51

confidentiality and dual relationships