ABAT - Applied Behavior Analysis Test Applied Behavior Analysis Ethics and Professional Conduct 1

Question 1

A behavior analyst discovers that a colleague is implementing an intervention without obtaining proper informed consent. What is the behavior analyst's primary ethical obligation?

Accepted Answer

Report the concern to the colleague first and, if unresolved, to appropriate authorities

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Ignore the situation to avoid workplace conflict

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Immediately report the colleague to the BACB without any prior discussion

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Document the observation privately but take no further action

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the behavior analyst's responsibility regarding confidentiality of client records?

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality must be maintained except in specific circumstances such as when disclosure is required by law or to prevent harm

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Records may be shared freely with any professional who requests them

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Clients' records can be shared with family members without consent if the analyst believes it is in the client's best interest

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Confidentiality only applies to written records, not verbal discussions

Question 3

A BCBA accepts a gift from a client's family valued at $150 as a token of appreciation. This situation:

Accepted Answer

Should be evaluated carefully, as accepting gifts can create conflicts of interest and may violate ethical standards

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Is acceptable because it reflects the family's gratitude

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Is always prohibited regardless of the circumstances or value

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Is permissible as long as the gift is disclosed in the client's file

Question 4

When a behavior analyst's professional judgment conflicts with an employer's directive to implement an intervention, the analyst should:

Accepted Answer

Advocate for the client's interests, attempt to resolve the conflict through appropriate channels, and refuse to implement interventions that violate ethical standards

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Always comply with the employer's directive to maintain employment

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Implement the intervention while privately documenting disagreement

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Immediately resign from the position

Question 5

A behavior analyst is working with a client and realizes that the client's needs have changed and now require expertise beyond the analyst's current competence. The ethical course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

Seek supervision or refer the client to a qualified professional with appropriate expertise

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Continue services because the analyst has an established relationship with the client

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Research the new area independently and begin implementing new procedures without consultation

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Discontinue services immediately without providing any transition plan

Question 6

Which of the following represents an appropriate method for a behavior analyst to maintain professional competence?

Accepted Answer

Engaging in ongoing professional development, continuing education, and supervision relevant to their areas of practice

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Relying solely on graduate school training as sufficient for lifelong practice

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Attending professional development only when required for recertification

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Learning new techniques exclusively from colleagues rather than peer-reviewed literature