Ethics & Communication

Question 1

What are the 7 parts of Ethical Code A

Answer 1

Justice, Respect, Informed Consent, Privacy, Confidentiality, Release of information, Collection of information from associated parties

Question 2

What are the 14 parts of Ethical Code B

Answer 2

Competence, Record Keeping, Prof Responsibility, Prov of services at request of 3rd party, Prov of services to multiple clients, Delegation of prof tasks, Use of Interpreters, Collaboration for Client, Accepting Clients from other profs, Suspension, Termination, Conflicting demands, Assessments, Research

Question 3

What are the 7 parts of Ethical Code C

Answer 3

Reputable behaviour, Communication, Conflict of Interest, Non-exploitation, Authorship, Financial Arrangements, Ethical Investigations and Concerns

Question 4

Which Ethical Code includes; Conflict of interest, Non-exploitation and Financial Arrangements

Answer 4

Integrity (C)

Question 5

Which Ethical Code includes; Justice, Privacy and Informed Consent

Answer 5

Respect for the rights and dignity of people and peoples (A)

Question 6

Which Ethical Code includes; Suspension of service, Multiple Clients and Record Keeping

Answer 6

Propriety (B)

Question 7

How long do you need to maintain a client’s records?

Answer 7

For 7 years - if under 18 until they are 25

Question 8

What is the minimum amount of indemnity insurance needed?

Answer 8

$2 million

Question 9

How many hours of CPD is required per year

Answer 9

30 (including 10 hours of peer supervision)

Question 10

How long do you need to keep your CPD log for auditing

Answer 10

5 years

Question 11

Who needs to keep notes for supervision?

Answer 11

The supervisor must maintain notes on dates, issues and outcome.

Question 12

What are 5 factors related to immediate risk of suicide?

Answer 12

Hx of suicidal behaviour, suicide plans, access to means, evidence of impulsive behaviour and use of alcohol/drugs.

Question 13

How many sessions can you access under the medicare Better Accesss Initaitive and when?

Answer 13

10 sessions within the calendar year - (re-referral after 6 sessions)

Question 14

How many sessions can you access under the Eating Disorder Management Plan and when?

Answer 14

40 sessions (need to see psychiatrist after 20 sessions) in 12 months - report back after every 10 sessions

Question 15

When working with ATSI clients what are important things to consider?

Answer 15

Connection to country and community, kinship, trauma from colonisation and Stolen Generation, increased use of alcohol, suicide, lower life expectancy, and incarceration.

Question 16

When can you have a sexual relationship with a client?

Answer 16

2 years after ceasing treatment, but with supervision regarding possible exploitation of the client.

Question 17

What takes precedence, workplace contractual obligations to disclose or Code Ethics?

Answer 17

Workplace contractual obligations to disclose.

Question 18

Can you have friends or family as clients

Answer 18

If there are no other possible alternatives for the client and there is imminent harm if no action is taken, then it is ok but seek supervision.

Question 19

What should be considered when working with male clients

Answer 19

Increased risk of ADHD and impulsive behaviours, less use of services, quicker drop out and more deaths by suicide.