ACC Professional Standards & Ethics 3

Question 1

Dual relationships in activity consulting are considered unethical primarily because they:

Accepted Answer

Can compromise professional objectivity and exploit the resident's vulnerability

Answer

Dual relationships blur professional boundaries and can lead to exploitation or compromised care decisions.

Question 2

The principle of 'do no harm' in activity programming most closely reflects which ethical concept?

Accepted Answer

Nonmaleficence

Answer

Nonmaleficence is the obligation to avoid causing harm, which includes selecting activities that are safe and appropriate for each resident.

Question 3

An activity consultant notices that the care plan does not reflect a resident's newly expressed interests. The consultant should:

Accepted Answer

Update or request a care plan revision to reflect current preferences

Answer

Care plans are living documents and should be updated whenever significant changes in resident interests or needs are identified.

Question 4

Which of the following is a core standard required by NAAP (National Association of Activity Professionals) for professional conduct?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining competency through ongoing education and ethical practice

Answer

NAAP's professional standards require members to maintain competency and uphold ethical conduct in all aspects of practice.

Question 5

When a resident with dementia refuses to participate in a group activity, the activity consultant should:

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal and offer an alternative or try again later

Answer

Even residents with dementia retain the right to refuse, and offering alternatives supports person-centered care.

(ACC) Activity Consultant Certified Practice Test