Ethics Flashcards
right of refusal
the clients right to stop or alter the treatment at any time
professionalism
boundaries and skill define our professionalism
transference
when a client unconsciously projects unresolved feelings, needs or issues onto a therapist
counter transference
when a therapist unconsciously projects unresolved feelings, needs or issues onto a client
power differential
one person is viewed of having more knowledge or authority than another in a professional setting
informed consent
the client’s authorization for services to be performed by the health professional once being fully advised of what the treatment will entail including benefits, risks and contraindications
scope of practice
the knowledge base and standards of practice for the profession
ADL
Activities of Daily Living