CADC Professional & Ethical Responsibilities 3

Question 1

A counselor learns during a session that a client is being physically abused by a partner. What ethical and legal obligation applies?

Accepted Answer

Report the abuse as required by applicable mandatory reporting laws

Answer

Mandatory reporting laws require counselors to report known or suspected abuse to designated authorities regardless of client consent.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a dual relationship that a CADC counselor must avoid?

Accepted Answer

Providing counseling to a family member

Answer

Counseling a family member creates a dual relationship that compromises objectivity and creates significant ethical risks.

Question 3

Informed consent for substance use treatment should include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Counselor's personal opinions about the client's substance use

Answer

Informed consent covers treatment details, rights, and confidentiality limits, but does not include the counselor's personal opinions.

Question 4

Under 42 CFR Part 2, which disclosure of a client's substance use treatment records is generally permitted without consent?

Accepted Answer

Medical emergency involving a direct threat to life

Answer

42 CFR Part 2 allows disclosure without consent only in specific circumstances, including bona fide medical emergencies.

Question 5

A counselor realizes mid-treatment that a client's presenting issue falls outside their competence. The most ethical action is to:

Accepted Answer

Seek supervision, consult with experts, or refer the client appropriately

Answer

When a client's needs exceed the counselor's competence, ethical practice requires seeking supervision, consultation, or appropriate referral.

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