ABA Ethics & Professional Conduct 3

Question 1

According to the BACB Ethics Code, how should a BCBA handle a situation where organizational demands conflict with ethical practice?

Accepted Answer

Attempt to resolve the conflict and, if unresolved, prioritize ethical obligations

Answer

BCBAs should attempt to resolve conflicts with employers through appropriate channels and, if the conflict persists, must adhere to ethical standards above organizational demands.

Question 2

A BCBA is providing telehealth services to a client in another state. What ethical issue must the BCBA address FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Verifying licensure and practice requirements in the client's state

Answer

BCBAs must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including verifying that they are legally authorized to practice in the jurisdiction where the client is located.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of practicing within the boundaries of competence?

Accepted Answer

A BCBA trained in verbal behavior declines a case requiring expertise in feeding disorders and refers to a specialist

Answer

Practicing within competence boundaries means only providing services in areas where one has adequate training, education, or supervised experience.

Question 4

A BCBA's supervisee self-reports making a data recording error that may have influenced treatment decisions. The BCBA's MOST ethical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Independently review the data, address the error, and use it as a training opportunity

Answer

Supervisors must review errors, correct them in treatment data, and use the situation for constructive training rather than punishing honest self-disclosure.

Question 5

According to the BACB Ethics Code, gifts from clients or families should generally be:

Accepted Answer

Avoided to prevent conflicts of interest or undue influence

Answer

BCBAs should avoid accepting gifts as they can create conflicts of interest, create obligations, or compromise the professional relationship.

(ABA) Applied Behavior Analyst Certification Practice Test

(ABA) Applied Behavior Analyst Certification Practice Test

ABA Ethics & Professional Conduct 3