ACC Professional Ethics & Standards 3

Question 1

A certified activity consultant is asked by a supervisor to skip required documentation to save time. The most ethical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Refuse and explain that documentation is a professional and regulatory requirement

Answer

Regulatory compliance and professional standards require complete documentation regardless of supervisor pressure.

Question 2

Which scenario represents a conflict of interest for an Activity Consultant?

Accepted Answer

Ordering supplies from a vendor where the consultant's spouse is employed

Answer

Purchasing from a business where a family member works represents a conflict of interest that should be disclosed to administration.

Question 3

Under the NAAP Code of Ethics, activity professionals have an obligation to pursue continuing education primarily because:

Accepted Answer

It ensures competence and the delivery of quality services to residents

Answer

Continuing education is an ethical obligation tied to professional competence and the quality of care provided to residents.

Question 4

A resident tells an activity consultant personal information and asks that it be kept secret from staff. The most appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Share it only if it is relevant to the resident's care or safety

Answer

Confidentiality has limits — information relevant to care or safety must be shared with the appropriate care team members.

Question 5

When an activity consultant observes a colleague making a culturally insensitive remark to a resident, the ethical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Address the behavior appropriately and report it per facility policy

Answer

Cultural sensitivity and respect for all residents are ethical obligations; witnessing disrespect requires action.

(ACC) Activity Consultant Certified Practice Test