17˚ TEST PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND CODES OF CONDUCT Flashcards
WHAT IS THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS IN BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS?
a) To ensure the welfare and rights of clients are protected
b) To increase financial efficiency
c) To reduce paperwork
d) To create more job opportunities
CORRECT ANSWER: A
WHICH DOCUMENT OUTLINES THE ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS?
a) The Constitution
b) The BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) Ethics Code
c) The Federal Register
d) The Medical Dictionary
CORRECT ANSWER: B
WHAT IS ONE OF THE MAIN PRINCIPLES OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS IN BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS?
a) Maximizing profits
b) Increasing the number of clients
c) Respecting the dignity and worth of all individuals
d) Simplifying data collection
CORRECT ANSWER: C
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS TO MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY?
a) To create financial reports
b) To enhance public relations
c) To increase paperwork
d) To protect client privacy and trust
CORRECT ANSWER: D
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS AN EXAMPLE OF A BREACH OF CONFIDENTIALITY?
a) Sharing client information without consent
b) Using client initials in reports
c) Storing data securely
d) Discussing client progress in private meetings
CORRECT ANSWER: A
WHAT SHOULD A BEHAVIOR ANALYST DO IF THEY SUSPECT UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR BY A COLLEAGUE?
a) Ignore it
b) Report it to the appropriate authorities
c) Discuss it with other colleagues
d) Post about it on social media
CORRECT ANSWER: B
WHICH PRINCIPLE INVOLVES ENSURING THAT BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS PROVIDE SERVICES BASED ON CURRENT KNOWLEDGE AND STANDARDS?
a) Competence
b) Financial management
c) Confidentiality
d) Public relations
CORRECT ANSWER: A
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS TO AVOID DUAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH CLIENTS?
a) To increase the number of clients
b) To prevent conflicts of interest and maintain professional boundaries
c) To simplify data collection
d) To enhance financial profits
CORRECT ANSWER: B
WHAT IS A DUAL RELATIONSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS?
a) A relationship that involves multiple clients
b) A situation where a professional engages in a secondary relationship with a client that could impair objectivity
c) A relationship that involves both professional and personal aspects
d) A relationship with a client’s family members
CORRECT ANSWER: B
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS A KEY ASPECT OF INFORMED CONSENT?
a) Providing services without the client’s knowledge
b) Ensuring the client understands the nature and risks of the services
c) Simplifying the consent process
d) Reducing the number of sessions
CORRECT ANSWER: B
HOW OFTEN SHOULD BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS REVIEW AND UPDATE THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS?
a) Once every ten years
b) Only when required by their employer
c) Regularly, to stay current with developments in the field
d) Only during certification renewal
CORRECT ANSWER: C
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF SUPERVISION IN MAINTAINING ETHICAL PRACTICE?
a) Ensuring adherence to ethical standards and providing guidance
b) Increasing the number of clients
c) Simplifying data collection
d) Reducing the need for continuing education
CORRECT ANSWER: A
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS TO DOCUMENT THEIR PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES?
a) To provide a clear record for accountability and legal purposes
b) To increase the amount of paperwork
c) To enhance financial profits
d) To simplify their workload
CORRECT ANSWER: A
WHICH ACTION REFLECTS AN ETHICAL OBLIGATION TO THE PROFESSION AND SOCIETY?
a) Ignoring public misconceptions about behavior analysis
b) Educating the public about the field and its benefits
c) Reducing the number of public presentations
d) Avoiding involvement in professional organizations
CORRECT ANSWER: B
WHAT SHOULD A BEHAVIOR ANALYST DO IF THEY REALIZE THEY LACK THE COMPETENCE TO HANDLE A PARTICULAR CASE?
a) Continue with the case to gain experience
b) Refer the client to a more qualified professional
c) Ignore the issue
d) Reduce the number of sessions
CORRECT ANSWER: B
