Code Of Ethics 4 (Dr. Kelly)

Question 1

Principle 3 of code of ethics

Answer 1

Autonomy

Question 2

Occupational therapy personnel shall respect the right of the individual to self-determination, privacy, confidentiality, and consent.

Answer 2

Autonomy

Question 3

Autonomy if referred to as….

Answer 3

self-determination principle

Question 4

Autonomy Expresses the concept that practitioners have a duty to:

Answer 4

Treat the client according to their desires within the bounds of accepted standards of care

Protect the client’s confidential information.

Acknowledges a person’s right ”to hold views, to make choices, and to take actions based on his/her values and beliefs”

Have the right to make a determination regarding care decisions that directly affect their lives

Autonomy should be respected even when a client lacks the decision making capacity

Question 5

Standards of conduct for autonomy

Answer 5

• Respect and honor wishes of client
• Fully disclose the benefits, risks, potential outcomes of any intervention
• Obtain consent
• Establish a collaborative relationship
• Respect the client’s right to refuse
• Refrain from threatening, coercing, or deceiving clients
• Respect a research participant’s rights to withdraw
• Maintain confidentiality
• Display responsible conduct and discretion
• Facilitate comprehension and address barriers to communication w/ all parties

Question 6

Autonomy is defined to provide a foundation for the exploration of four related ethical issues that support Principle 3:

Answer 6

Confidentiality
Communication
Consent
Collaboration

Question 7

refers to keeping private all information about a person (patient) and not disclosing it to a third party without the patient’s written consent…Information such as test results, patient histories, and even the fact that a person is a patient cannot be passed on to another person without the patient’s consent

Answer 7

Confidentiality

Question 8

is a dialog (written, spoken, electronic, nonverbal) that exchanges ideas between the occupational therapy practitioner and client, student, or community.

Answer 8

Communication

Question 9

Assent or approval

Answer 9

Consent

Question 10

is a dynamic process between the occupational therapy practitioner and the client, and as appropriate, their families or significant others and caregivers; to work jointly with others.

Answer 10

Collaboration

Question 11

Occupational therapy practitioners develop a collaborative relationship with clients in order to understand their experiences and desires for intervention.

Is an example of…

Answer 11

Collaboration

Question 12

Principle 4 of code of ethics

Answer 12

Justice

Question 13

Occupational therapy personnel shall promote fairness and objectivity in the provision of occupational therapy services.
●Relates to the fair, equitable, and appropriate treatment of persons

Answer 13

Justice

Question 14

Standards of conduct for justice

Answer 14

Respond to requests for occupational therapy services in a timely manner
Assist those in need of services
Address barriers
Advocate for change
Maintain awareness of current laws
Inform parties of applicable policies, laws, and official documents
Hold requisite credentials
Provide appropriate supervision
Obtain necessary approvals
Refrain from accepting gifts
Report if needed
Collaborate
Bill and collect fees legally
Ensure compliance
Ensure documentation
Refrain from misconduct of actions

Question 15

3 types of justice

Answer 15

Social justice
Procedural justice
Occupational justice

Question 16

includes ethical concepts related to fair opportunity, unfair discrimination, and whether there is a right to healthcare, as well as appropriate criteria for rationing care when there are limits to availability.

Answer 16

Social justice

Question 17

is ensuring that policies and laws are implemented, adhered to, and enforced in a fair and equitable manner

Answer 17

Procedural justice

Question 18

reflects the desire for full inclusion in everyday meaningful activities for individuals, groups, or communities regardless of age, sex, gender identity, race, socioeconomic status, or degree of ability

Answer 18

Occupational justice

Question 19

To meet the ethical obligation of justice, occupational therapy practitioners are required to

Answer 19

●Provide timely service
●Advocate for access
●Maintain knowledge of regulation and AOTA official documents
●Comply with relevant laws, standards, policies and procedures
●Abide by requirements established by third-party payers
●Refrain from cheating in any form

Question 20

There are five obligations that govern the practice of occupational therapy as directed by the Principle of Justice

Answer 20

Access
Credentialing and Supervisory Duties
Knowledge of Regulations and AOTA Official Documents
Develop and Adhere to Institutional Policies
Financial and Business Relationships

Question 21

promoting access to services is consistent with the occupational therapy profession’s roots in social activism. Occupational therapy practitioners need to continue the commitment of the profession to those who need services regardless of personal attributes or ability to pay.

Answer 21

Access

Question 22

Occupational therapy practitioners are obligated to have the appropriate credentials to practice in a particular state or jurisdiction and to keep these credential current. In providing adequate supervision, practitioners both adhere to regulations and fulfill the public trust.

Answer 22

Credentialing and Supervisory Duties

Question 23

Occupational therapy practitioners must not only maintain current knowledge regarding regulations governing occupational therapy practice, but also inform employers and occupational therapy employees, students and other about those regulations and any changes to them.

Answer 23

Knowledge of Regulations and AOTA Official Documents

Question 24

Occupational therapists have a duty to comply with documentation requirements of third party payers and their employers’ policies. Occupational therapy documentation should accurately reflect the services delivered. Inaccurate documentation is a violation of this code.

Answer 24

Develop and Adhere to Institutional Policies

Question 25

accountability extends to all work roles and contexts involving the delivery of occupational therapy services as well as in all types of facilities. It is the responsibility of the occupational therapy practitioner to follow established policies and procedures to accurately document and bill.

Answer 25

Financial and Business Relationships