Ethics Flashcards
Which of the following is described below?
“legal entities with jurisdiction over individuals licensed to practice in that state. Each state has its own procedures for filing a complaint.”
A. American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
B. State licensure boards
C. National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
B. State licensure boards
Which of the following is described below?
“a voluntary membership organization that is permitted to handle ethics complaints only against occupational therapists; occupational therapy assistants; or students who are, or were, AOTA members at the time of the alleged misconduct.”
A. American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
B. State licensure boards
C. National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
A. American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
Which of the following is described below?
“a private, nongovernmental credentialing agency that provides initial certification and recertification for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. It has jurisdiction over individuals who are currently certified as a COTA or OTR, have applied for certification, have applied for OTED (OT Early Determination) or have applied for an Early Determination review (NBCOT, 2020).”
A. American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
B. State licensure boards
C. National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
C. National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
Being “faithful to facts and reality”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
F. Truth
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
Ensuring that we “value the service recipient’s right and desire to guide interventions”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
C. Freedom
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
“Upholding moral and legal principles and . . . having knowledge of and respect for the legal rights of recipients of service”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
D. Justice
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
Making “judgments and respond[ing] on the basis of intelligent reflection and rational thought . . . in clinical and ethical reasoning, interactions with colleagues, and volunteer roles”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
G. Prudence
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
“Treating all people in a way that is free of bias”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
B. Equality
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
“Demonstration of unselfish concern for the welfare of others”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
A. Altruism
Which of the following concepts within the Code of Ethics is described below?
“Valuing, promoting, and preserving the inherent worth and uniqueness of each person”
A. Altruism
B. Equality
C. Freedom
D. Justice
E. Dignity
F. Truth
G. Prudence
E. Dignity
The following example/s are evidence of which Principle of the Code of Ethics?
*Example: Maintaining current knowledge by attending evidence-based educational sessions pertinent to the performance of duties as an occupational therapy practitioner.
Example: Using current and updated assessment tools to obtain accurate client data for intervention.*
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
E. Veracity
F. Fidelity
A. Beneficence: “Occupational therapy personnel shall demonstrate a concern for the well-being and safety of the recipients of their services.”
The following example/s are evidence of which Principle of the Code of Ethics?
*Example: Assisting at a health fair to help promote the health of members of the facility or community.
Example: Treating clients fairly no matter their gender, age, ethnicity, or marital status.*
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
E. Veracity
F. Fidelity
D. Justice: “Occupational therapy personnel shall promote equity, inclusion, and objectivity in the provision of occupational therapy services.”
The following example/s are evidence of which Principle of the Code of Ethics?
*Example: Respecting the right of clients to make care decisions that directly affect their lives.
Example: Safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of clients by complying with regulations outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.*
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
E. Veracity
F. Fidelity
C. Autonomy: “Occupational therapy personnel shall respect the right of the person to self-determination, privacy, confidentiality, and consent.”
The following example/s are evidence of which Principle of the Code of Ethics?
*Example: Transferring clients from a wheelchair to the bed using due care to avoid harm by locking the wheelchair and bed brakes.
Example: Not practicing occupational therapy under the influence of drugs or alcohol.*
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
E. Veracity
F. Fidelity
B. Nonmaleficence: “Occupational therapy personnel shall refrain from actions that cause harm.”
The following example/s are evidence of which Principle of the Code of Ethics?
*Example: Treating clients, coworkers, and other health care workers respectfully, such as by not divulging personal information to others.
Example: Balancing one’s duties to service recipients, students, research participants, other professionals, and organizations that may influence decision making and practice.*
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
E. Veracity
F. Fidelity
F. Fidelity: “Occupational therapy personnel shall treat clients (persons, groups, or populations), colleagues, and other professionals with respect, fairness, discretion, and integrity.”
