ABCN Professional Ethics and Standards 3

Question 1

A neuropsychologist is asked to evaluate a patient who speaks limited English. The most ethical approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Use a trained interpreter and culturally appropriate instruments where available

Answer

Using trained interpreters and culturally validated instruments minimizes bias while allowing the evaluation to proceed ethically.

Question 2

Which ethical principle underlies the requirement that neuropsychologists only practice within their areas of competence?

Accepted Answer

Nonmaleficence

Answer

Practicing outside one's competence risks harming clients, violating the principle of nonmaleficence (do no harm).

Question 3

A neuropsychologist receives a subpoena for a patient's raw test data. The most appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Seek legal counsel and determine whether a protective order is warranted

Answer

Neuropsychologists should consult legal counsel and may seek a protective order to balance legal obligations with patient confidentiality.

Question 4

When a neuropsychologist becomes aware that their personal problems may be affecting professional performance, the ethical obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Seek consultation, supervision, or limit practice as appropriate

Answer

APA ethics require self-monitoring and seeking appropriate support or limiting practice when personal problems interfere with professional effectiveness.

Question 5

In a forensic neuropsychological evaluation, the examiner's primary obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

The court and pursuit of objective findings

Answer

Forensic evaluators are obligated to provide objective, impartial findings to the court rather than advocating for any party.

(ABCN) American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology Practice Test

(ABCN) American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology Practice Test

ABCN Professional Ethics and Standards 3