Values & Ethics Flashcards
The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of rules that prescribe all behaviors in complexities of professional work and practice.
False: The NASW Code of Ethics is a guide for conduct in situations that have ethical implications.
The COE does not offer guidelines for disputes among colleagues.
False: Section 2.04 of the COE makes recommendations regarding disputes among colleagues.
A therapist is required to exert privilege if a husband calls and ask for information about his wife’s treatment.
False: A therapist is required to maintain confidentiality if a husband calls and ask for information about his wife’s treatment. Privilege refers to the legal setting.
Privilege is suspended if either the client or the therapist sue eachother.
True
If a therapist receives a subpoena for testimony, the therapist should exert privilege and contact the patient
False: If a therapist receives a subpoena for testimony, the therapist should contact legal counsel (since they will need to show up in court). Privilege only applies to the written record.
The COE requires that social workers report unethical colleagues, but does not specify who to report them to.
True: We should always go to our colleagues first. After that, if further action is needed, the Code of Ethics states we would report them but does not say who this would be to (supervisor, state licensing board, NASW, etc.) Going to the supervisor next for purposes of the exam is a good next step, but is not specified by the Code of Ethics.
A Tarasoff condition only exists if a client makes a serious threat to harm an individual victim.
False: A Tarasoff condition may exist if a family member contacts the therapist with specific information or if in the social worker’s clinical judgement the threat exists.
The COE prohibits social workers from critiquing the social work profession.
False: The COE encourages social workers to criticize the social work profession. When we see issues, errors, or areas for improvement within our profession, we are encouraged to speak up about those. This is giving us as social workers permission to continually identify areas for improvement and speak out about issues we identify.
Therapists should investigate child abuse if they have a reasonable suspicion.
False: Therapists should report child abuse if they have a reasonable suspicion.
Therapists should avoid initiating treatment when there is a known dual relationship.
True
When clinicians provide services to a couple, a “no secrets” policy is required.
False: This is a best practice, but is not required.
Since clients have universal access to the internet, employing the use of technology is an acceptable practice for all clients.
False: Social Workers should assess a client’s suitability and capacity for electronic and remote services when using technology to provide services.
