Professional Ethics & Standards Flashcards

A CAPS professional discovers mid-project that a client's existing grab bar installation was done incorrectly by a previous contractor. What is the ethical obligation?

Answer: Inform the client of the safety risk and recommend correction

CAPS professionals have an ethical duty to disclose known safety hazards to clients, even when those hazards were created by others.

When a CAPS specialist recommends a product, what must they disclose to maintain ethical standards?

Answer: Any financial relationship or referral fee they receive from the manufacturer

Disclosure of financial relationships or referral arrangements is required to avoid conflicts of interest under CAPS ethical standards.

A client with mild cognitive impairment insists on a modification that the CAPS professional believes is unsafe. What is the best ethical course of action?

Answer: Document the concern, explain the risk clearly, and consult family or caregivers if appropriate

When a client may lack full capacity, CAPS professionals should document concerns, communicate risks clearly, and involve appropriate support persons.

Under CAPS ethics standards, how should a professional handle a situation where a client cannot afford the recommended modifications?

Answer: Present a range of options including lower-cost alternatives and available funding resources

Ethical practice requires presenting clients with realistic alternatives and connecting them with funding resources such as grants or loan programs.

Which action would constitute a breach of professional confidentiality for a CAPS practitioner?

Answer: Sharing client health and home details with a business partner without client consent

Sharing client information with third parties without explicit consent violates confidentiality obligations central to CAPS ethics.

A CAPS professional is asked to certify work completed by a subcontractor they did not supervise. What is the ethical response?

Answer: Inspect the work personally before certifying it

Certifying work requires firsthand verification; signing off without inspection would misrepresent the professional's knowledge and endorsement.

What does the CAPS Code of Ethics require regarding honest representation of one's qualifications?

Answer: Professionals must accurately represent their certifications, training, and scope of competence

CAPS ethics require truthful representation of qualifications at all times to protect consumers and maintain professional integrity.