Ethics
The study of philosophical beliefs about what is considered right or wrong in a society
Ethics
It is ok for a client to have my personal number to call me after hours or in case of an emergency
False. We have ERT staff for this.
Can be broken in specific circumstances
Confidentiality
What you do not need to make a report if you suspect abuse or neglect is happening
Proof
The amount of information you share about yourself in a client session
Self disclosure
Individuals who are required to contact Department of Human Services regarding suspected abuse or neglect
Mandated Reporter
It is ok for me to accept gifts from my clients
True, in certain circumstances
When a professional assumes a second role with a client becoming a... friend, employer, significant other
Dual Relationship
The misuse of someone's money, services, property, or the use of a power of attorney or guardianship for one's own purposes
Exploitation
What you should implement when you feel compassion fatigue to prevent burnout
Personal boundaries
The legal concept that indicates possible liability for healthcare providers if no warning or possible harm is given in certain circumstances
Duty to Warn
My coworkers should know all the same client information that I do
False
Legally a person cannot be prosecuted for breaking confidentiality in these two situations
Duty to Warn and Mandated Reporting
Taking something of value from a person by force, intimidation, or abuse of legal or other official authority
Extortion
At what point is it ethically acceptable to become friends with a client
5 years from the completion of services
Conflict between two or more courses of action, each with a favorable and unfavorable consequence
Ethical Dilemma
I should report my coworkers, and supervisors if I feel they're doing something unethical and harmful
True, we should all hold each other accountable
When a therapist's personal or professional interests could potentially interfere with their ability to act in the client's best interest
Conflict of interest
Intentionally failing to address the physical, social, emotional needs of a client
Caregiver neglect
Consequences of poor boundaries
Emotional distress, interpersonal issues, negative impact on mental health, harm to yourself and client
Boundaries including respect for the individual, confidentiality, honesty, and responsibility
Professional ethics
I know what's best for my client. They need to follow my recommendations
False
The ability to understand, appreciate, and respect cultural differences as well as adapting one's approach to be appropriate and effective in intercultural settings
Cultural competency
The behavioral condition in which an individual neglects to attend to their basic needs, such as personal hygiene, appropriate clothing, or taking care of any medical conditions they may have
Self neglect/Grave disability
Types of boundaries
Emotional, Physical, Sexual, Workplace, Material, and Time