BCIA Ethics & Professional Standards 2

Question 1

HIPAA privacy rules in the US primarily protect which type of client information?

Accepted Answer

Protected Health Information (PHI) in any form

Answer

Billing records only

Answer

Session recordings stored on air-gapped systems

Answer

Only written paper records

Question 2

When a biofeedback client reveals information suggesting imminent danger to themselves or others, the practitioner's duty is to:

Accepted Answer

Take reasonable steps to protect the client or third parties, including notifying authorities if necessary

Answer

Maintain strict confidentiality and document the disclosure only

Answer

Refer the client to another provider immediately and end the session

Answer

Consult with BCIA only before taking any action

Question 3

What does 'competence' require of BCIA-certified practitioners according to ethical standards?

Accepted Answer

Providing services only within areas of education, training, and supervised experience

Answer

Holding the highest academic degree in the field

Answer

Completing the maximum allowable continuing education each year

Answer

Working exclusively under physician supervision

Question 4

If a biofeedback practitioner suspects a client is experiencing a medical emergency during a session, the first appropriate action is:

Accepted Answer

Stop the session, ensure client safety, and activate emergency services (call 911)

Answer

Continue the session while calling for help

Answer

Administer medication from the office supply

Answer

Wait to see if the symptoms resolve spontaneously

Question 5

Maintaining accurate and complete client records in biofeedback practice serves which primary ethical function?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring continuity of care, accountability, and documentation of treatment progress

Answer

Fulfilling insurance billing requirements only

Answer

Satisfying licensing board audits only

Answer

Providing marketing data for the practice

Question 6

Which of the following constitutes an unethical testimonial practice for a BCIA practitioner?

Accepted Answer

Soliciting testimonials from current clients who are in a vulnerable therapeutic relationship

Answer

Listing BCIA certification on a professional website

Answer

Publishing peer-reviewed research outcomes

Answer

Describing evidence-based applications of biofeedback